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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Shotton is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Shotton is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Shotton?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Shotton. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Ash Grove via Parkside, Pool Meadow Bus Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Shotton?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Shotton. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Shotton via Nuneaton, Crewe and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Ely to Shotton?

The distance between Ely and Shotton is 191 miles. The road distance is 171.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Shotton without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 4h 28m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Ely to Shotton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Shotton bus from?

Ely to Shotton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Ely to Shotton train from?

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

Train or bus from Ely to Shotton?

The best way to get from Ely to Shotton is to train via Hinckley which takes 4h 28m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Ely to Shotton bus arrive?

Ely to Shotton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Ely to Shotton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ely to Shotton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Shotton is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Ely to Shotton.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotton?

There are 2299+ hotels available in Shotton.

Ely to Shotton - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Ely to Shotton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Ely to NuneatonStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to CreweLondon Euston - Stockport / ...
4h 28m
£37–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Pool Meadow Bus Station777
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Chester Bus InterchangeUkn21
8h 39m
£30–70
Drive 170.4 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Shotton170.4 mi
3h 35m
£43–62
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 Shotton
6h 22m
£102–301
Train
1. Take the train from Ely to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ShottonManchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
6h 1m
£81–137
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ely to Warrington CentralNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Chester Bus InterchangeX30
6h 41m
£66–101
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
7h 6m
£76–163
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 Shotton
7h 29m
£83–211

Ely to Shotton by train

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4h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 190.2 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Shotton via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Chester in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Ash Grove via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, Pool Meadow Bus Station, and Chester Bus Interchange in around 8h 39m.

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