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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Ely is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Ely is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Ely. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Ely via Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Windermere to Ely?

The distance between Windermere and Ely is 264 miles. The road distance is 223.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Ely without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 6h 28m and costs £90 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Windermere to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Ely train from?

Windermere to Ely train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Windermere to Ely train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Windermere to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Ely is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Windermere to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 769+ hotels available in Ely.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Windermere 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 Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneaton
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Ely
6h 28m
£91–229
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Windermere to Manchester PiccadillyWindermere - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ElyLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
6h 34m
£50–162
Drive 222 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Ely222 mi
4h 11m
£55–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District 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
7h
£99–315
Train #2
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ElyLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
6h 46m
£60–164

Windermere to Ely by train

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6h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Ely via Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe, and Nuneaton in around 6h 28m.

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