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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Preston is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Preston. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Preston via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Ely to Preston?

The distance between Ely and Preston is 280 miles. The road distance is 191.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Preston without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £70 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Ely to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Preston train from?

Ely to Preston train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.

Where does the Ely to Preston train arrive?

Ely to Preston train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Ely to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Preston is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Ely to Preston.

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

Book your Ely to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Preston.

Ely to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Ely to Preston by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to King's CrossKings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
4h 6m
£70–252
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ely to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to PrestonManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
4h 53m
£45–124
Drive 190.7 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Preston190.7 mi
3h 37m
£47–68
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, 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 Preston
5h 13m
£94–299
Train via Hinckley
1. Take the train from Ely to Nuneaton
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Preston
4h 36m
£56–198
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly, 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 Preston
6h 19m
£68–211

Ely to Preston by train and foot

174Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.8 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Preston via King's Cross and London Euston in around 4h 6m.

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