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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Sunderland is to train which costs £55 - £75 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Parkside, St Margaret's Bus Station and Asda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Sunderland via Peterborough and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Ely to Sunderland?

The distance between Ely and Sunderland is 235 miles. The road distance is 223.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Sunderland without a car is to train via Central Station which takes 3h 54m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Ely to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ely to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Ely to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Ely to Sunderland is to train via Central Station which takes 3h 54m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Ely to Sunderland bus arrive?

Ely to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Ely to Sunderland train arrive?

Ely to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Ely to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Sunderland is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Ely to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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

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

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Train via Central Station
best
1. Take the train from Ely to PeterboroughStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 54m
£65–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to St Margaret's Bus Station777
2. Take the bus from Asda to Sunderland InterchangeUk010
8h 26m
£41–114
Drive 221.8 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Sunderland221.8 mi
3h 45m
£56–81
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
5h
£81–308
Train
1. Take the train from Ely to PeterboroughStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to SunderlandLondon Kings Cross - Sunderland
4h 24m
£59–72
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Ely to SheffieldNorwich - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to DurhamReading - Newcastle / ...
5h 58m
£55–184
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ely to Stansted Airport
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
5h 52m
£54–223

Ely to Sunderland by train and subway

129Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.4 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Sunderland via Peterborough, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Sunderland Interchange via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Asda in around 8h 26m.

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