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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Ely is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Ely is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Ely. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ely via Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Preston to Ely?

The distance between Preston and Ely is 213 miles. The road distance is 191.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Ely without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 4h 34m and costs £75 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Preston to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ely train from?

Preston to Ely train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Ely train arrive?

Preston to Ely train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Preston to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Ely is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Preston to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 778+ hotels available in Ely.

Preston to Ely - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Ely by train, car, or plane

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Train via Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneaton
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Ely
4h 34m
£77–245
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ElyLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 31m
£41–155
Drive 190 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Ely190 mi
3h 39m
£48–69
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Ely
5h 46m
£86–284
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Ely
4h 40m
£42–122
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Ely
6h 49m
£86–204

Preston to Ely by train

119Weekly Trains

4h 34mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Ely via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 4h 34m.

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