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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Cardigan is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Cardigan is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Finch Square C via Parkside, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sarn Odeon and Synod Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 37m.

How far is it from Ely to Cardigan?

The distance between Ely and Cardigan is 332 miles. The road distance is 247.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Cardigan without a car is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs £130 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Ely to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Cardigan bus from?

Ely to Cardigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Parkside station.

Train or bus from Ely to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Ely to Cardigan is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs £130 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 37m.

Where does the Ely to Cardigan bus arrive?

Ely to Cardigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ely to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Cardigan is 248 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Ely to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 839+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Ely to Cardigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ely to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Cross
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swansea
3. Take the train from Swansea to Whitland
7h 21m
£136–293
Train, bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
10h 16m
£46–135
Drive 246.1 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Cardigan246.1 mi
5h 20m
£61–88
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
9h
£53–155
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sarn Odeon201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Synod InnT1c
12h 37m

Ely to Cardigan by train, foot, and bus

2Weekly Services

10h 16mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 330.4 mi
Duration: 7h 21m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Cardigan via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Swansea, and Whitland in around 7h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Finch Square C via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sarn Odeon, and Synod Inn in around 12h 37m.

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