What is the cheapest way to get from Kendal to Ely?

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Ely is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kendal to Ely?

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Ely is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Ely. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Ely via Leeds and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Kendal to Ely?

The distance between Kendal and Ely is 221 miles. The road distance is 214.5 miles.

How do I travel from Kendal to Ely without a car?

The best way to get from Kendal to Ely without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Kendal to Ely?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Kendal to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Ely train from?

Kendal to Ely train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Kendal to Ely train arrive?

Kendal to Ely train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Ely is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Kendal to Ely.

How do I get a train ticket from Kendal to Ely?

Book your Kendal to Ely train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 853+ hotels available in Ely.

Kendal to Ely - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Kendal to Ely by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Elytrain
6h 30m
£72–121
Drive 213.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Elycar 213.3 mi
4h 8m
£54–77
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain
6h 50m
£122–353
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Elytrain
6h 31m
£86–171
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Elytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
6h 39m
£99–158

Kendal to Ely by bus and train

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6h 30mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.4 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Ely, England?

You can take a bus from Weavers Court to Ely via New Street, Carnforth, Leeds, and Peterborough in around 6h 30m.

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