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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Ely is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Ely is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Ely?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Ely. However, there are services departing from Coach Station 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 Southampton and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Ely. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Ely via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Southampton to Ely?

The distance between Southampton and Ely is 153 miles. The road distance is 146.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Ely without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £60 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Southampton to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ely bus from?

Southampton to Ely bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ely train from?

Southampton to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Ely?

The best way to get from Southampton to Ely is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £60 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Southampton to Ely bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Ely train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Ely is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Southampton to Ely.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Ely?

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Where can I stay near Ely?

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Southampton to Ely - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Ely by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
3h 11m
£63–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
6h 55m
£28–70
Drive 145.2 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Elycar 145.2 mi
2h 40m
£36–52
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridgetrain
4h 18m
£90–174

Southampton to Ely by train, subway, and foot

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3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Ely via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Market Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Parkside, and Drummer St Bus Station in around 6h 55m.

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