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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Ely is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Ely is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Ely?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Ely. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Market Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Drummer St Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Ely. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Ely via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Ely?

The distance between Portsmouth and Ely is 147 miles. The road distance is 146.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Ely without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Portsmouth to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Ely bus from?

Portsmouth to Ely bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Ely train from?

Portsmouth to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Ely?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Ely is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Ely bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Ely bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Ely train arrive?

Portsmouth to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Ely is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Portsmouth to Ely.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
3h 26m
£61–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
6h 55m
£29–70
Drive 145.4 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Elycar 145.4 mi
2h 47m
£36–52
Train via Horsham
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Cambridgetrain
4h 30m
£81–168

Portsmouth to Ely by train, subway, and foot

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.3 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Ely via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Market Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Parkside, and Drummer St Bus Station in around 6h 55m.

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