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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Trafford is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Trafford is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Parkway via Piccadilly and Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Ely to Trafford?

The distance between Ely and Trafford is 169 miles. The road distance is 156.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Trafford without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £85 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Ely to Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Trafford train from?

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

Where does the Ely to Trafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ely to Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Trafford is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Ely to Trafford.

Where can I stay near Trafford?

There are 3586+ hotels available in Trafford.

Ely to Trafford - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Ely to Trafford by train, car, plane, or tram

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 16m
£85–127
Drive 155.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Trafford155.6 mi
3h 22m
£39–57
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, tram
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 tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Parkway
5h 18m
£81–260
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 / ...
4h 16m
£53–170
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ely to Stansted Airport
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)STN - MAN
5h 55m
£74–214

Ely to Trafford by train and tram

74Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Ely to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £80–130 and the journey takes 3h 47m.

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