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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ely is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ely is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Ely. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Ely via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Ely?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Ely is 246 miles. The road distance is 220 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Ely without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £40 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Aberystwyth to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Ely train from?

Aberystwyth to Ely train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Ely?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Ely is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £40 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Ely train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Ely train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Ely is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Aberystwyth to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 769+ hotels available in Ely.

Aberystwyth to Ely - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Ely by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New StreetAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ElyBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 12m
£43–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Parkside777
9h 19m
£36–120
Drive 218.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Ely218.7 mi
4h 13m
£54–78

Aberystwyth to Ely by train

48Weekly Trains

6h 12mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244.9 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Ely via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Ely via Birmingham Coach Station, Parkside, Drummer Street, Railway Station, and Cambridge in around 9h 19m.

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