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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Ely is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Ely is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Ely. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Ely via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Ely?

The distance between Bournemouth and Ely is 182 miles. The road distance is 172.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Ely without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Bournemouth to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Ely train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Ely?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Ely is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £35 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £100 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Ely train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Ely is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Bournemouth to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 776+ hotels available in Ely.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
3h 42m
£36–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Trumpington Park-and-Ridebus 727 / ...
5h 33m
£19–98
Drive 171.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Elycar 171.8 mi
3h 1m
£42–61
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridgetrain
4h 37m
£57–180

Bournemouth to Ely by train, subway, and foot

235Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.4 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Ely via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Ely via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Trumpington Park-and-Ride, The Busway Trumpington Park-and-Ride, The Busway station, and Cambridge in around 5h 33m.

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