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

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

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 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 train from?

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

Book your Swansea to Ely train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 854+ hotels available in Ely.

Swansea to Ely - 4 ways to travel via train, 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
£112–204
Drive 222.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Elycar 222.2 mi
4h 20m
£55–80
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
£114–183
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Swansea to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Elytrain
7h 23m
£100–178

Swansea to Ely by train and subway

123Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

£112Cheapest Price

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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.

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