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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Chester is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Chester. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Chester via Nuneaton and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Ely to Chester?

The distance between Ely and Chester is 183 miles. The road distance is 164.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Chester without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 5m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Ely to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Chester train from?

Ely to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.

Where does the Ely to Chester train arrive?

Ely to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Ely to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Chester is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Ely to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 959+ hotels available in Chester.

Ely to Chester - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Ely to Chester by train, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Ely to NuneatonStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to CreweNorthampton - Crewe / ...
4h 5m
£36–141
Drive 163.6 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Chester163.6 mi
3h 22m
£42–60
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 56m
£91–299
Train
1. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New StreetStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ChesterBirmingham International - Chester / ...
5h 21m
£41–171
Train #2
1. Take the train from Ely to StockportNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to ChesterManchester Piccadilly - Chester / ...
5h 35m
£55–101
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Ely to Stansted Airport
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)STN - LPL
6h 27m
£73–168
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ely to Stansted Airport
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)STN - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
7h 4m
£71–218

Ely to Chester by train

118Weekly Trains

4h 5mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.3 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Chester via Nuneaton and Crewe in around 4h 5m.

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