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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Manchester is to train and bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ely and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Ely to Manchester?

The distance between Ely and Manchester is 165 miles. The road distance is 151.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £65 - £110.

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

The train from Ely to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 47m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Ely to Manchester train from?

Ely to Manchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Ely station.

Where does the Ely to Manchester train arrive?

Ely to Manchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ely to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Manchester is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Ely to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3041+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 47m
£65–110
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ely to NottinghamNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriar Gate to Shudehill InterchangeUk079
5h 18m
£24–50
Drive 150.8 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Manchester150.8 mi
3h 24m
£38–55
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4h 8m
£88–279
Train via Hinckley
1. Take the train from Ely to NuneatonStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester PiccadillyLondon Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 47m
£49–131

Ely to Manchester by train

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Ely to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 47m.

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