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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Ely is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Ely is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Ely?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Ely station. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Cambridge North station via London Heathrow Airport and The Busway Parkside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Ely. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Ely via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Swansea to Ely?

The distance between Swansea and Ely is 264 miles. The road distance is 223.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Ely without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 34m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Swansea to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Ely bus from?

Swansea to Ely bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Ely train from?

Swansea to Ely train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Ely?

The best way to get from Swansea to Ely is to train via London which takes 4h 34m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Swansea to Ely bus arrive?

Swansea to Ely bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Swansea to Ely train arrive?

Swansea to Ely train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Ely is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Swansea to Ely.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
4h 34m
£112–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk950
9h 16m
£38–60
Drive 222.2 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Elycar 222.2 mi
4h 20m
£56–81
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Newport (S Wales)train Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Elytrain Cardiff Central - Stansted Airport
6h 45m
£114–182

Swansea to Ely by train and subway

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.7 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Ely, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Ely via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Ely via London Heathrow Airport, Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18, The Busway Parkside, Cambridge North station, and Cambridge North in around 9h 16m.

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