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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ely is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Ely is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Ely?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Ely. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Manchester to Ely?

The distance between Manchester and Ely is 171 miles. The road distance is 160.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Ely without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 3h 17m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Manchester to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ely train from?

Manchester to Ely train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Manchester to Ely train arrive?

Manchester to Ely train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Ely is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Manchester to Ely.

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

Book your Manchester to Ely train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 774+ hotels available in Ely.

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

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

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

Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncaster
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Ely
3h 17m
£32–135
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ElyLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
3h 36m
£30–130
Drive 159.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Ely159.5 mi
3h 2m
£40–57
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Ely
4h 51m
£80–257
Train via Hinckley
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to NuneatonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to ElyBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
3h 42m
£79–193

Manchester to Ely by train

116Weekly Trains

3h 17mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ely via Doncaster and Peterborough in around 3h 17m.

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