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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Ely is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Ely is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Ely. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Ely via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Swindon to Ely?

The distance between Swindon and Ely is 151 miles. The road distance is 123.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Ely without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Swindon to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Ely train from?

Swindon to Ely train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Ely?

The best way to get from Swindon to Ely is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Swindon to Ely train arrive?

Swindon to Ely train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Ely is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Swindon to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 243+ hotels available in Ely.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
2h 42m
£66–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus Swindon to Cambridgebus Uk990
4h 40m
£21–43
Drive 122.5 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Elycar 122.5 mi
2h 24m
£31–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus A8 / ...
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
6h 5m
£42–91

Swindon to Ely by train and subway

233Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.8 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Ely via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Regent Circus Swindon to Cambridge twice daily. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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