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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Ely is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Ely is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Ely?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Ely. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Market Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Drummer St Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Ely. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Ely via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Poole to Ely?

The distance between Poole and Ely is 187 miles. The road distance is 175.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Ely without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Poole to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Ely bus from?

Poole to Ely bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Ely train from?

Poole to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Ely?

The best way to get from Poole to Ely is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £85 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Poole to Ely bus arrive?

Poole to Ely bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Ely train arrive?

Poole to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Ely is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Poole to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

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Poole to Ely - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Ely by train, bus, or car

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 Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to ElyLondon Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
4h 1m
£46–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to ParksideUk990
7h 16m
£19–84
Drive 174.6 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Ely174.6 mi
3h 13m
£44–63
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Without
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridge
6h 27m
£61–184

Poole to Ely by train, subway, and foot

222Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.2 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Ely via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Market Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Parkside, and Drummer St Bus Station in around 7h 16m.

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