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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Ely is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Ely is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Ely. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Ely via Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Wigan to Ely?

The distance between Wigan and Ely is 198 miles. The road distance is 174.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Ely without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 4h 39m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Wigan to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Ely train from?

Wigan to Ely train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Where does the Wigan to Ely train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wigan to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Ely is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Wigan to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 846+ hotels available in Ely.

Wigan to Ely - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Wigan to Ely by train, car, or plane

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Train via Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Elytrain
4h 39m
£73–146
Drive 173.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Elycar 173.2 mi
3h 25m
£43–62
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain
5h 43m
£108–381
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Elytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 18m
£88–134
Fly Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
6h 40m
£74–186
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
6h 34m
£72–205

Wigan to Ely by train

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4h 39mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Ely via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 4h 39m.

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