How to travel from Ely to Bristol, United Kingdom
The distance between Ely and Bristol is around 271km (168 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 3hrs.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Ely to Bristol by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Bristol → Ely if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to London Kings Cross and then to Bristol Temple Meads.
- Duration3hrs
- Departshourly
- Typical cost£79($95)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ely and Bristol
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Ely to Bristol by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £79 ($95) and will take around 3hrs.
The distance between Ely and Bristol is around 271km (168 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 223km (138 miles)
It takes around 3hrs to get from Ely and Bristol by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3hrs to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Ely to Bristol is to take the train which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx £79 ($95).
The cheapest way to travel between Ely and Bristol, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £79 ($95) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Ely and Bristol. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs hourly.
There are no direct train services that runs from Ely to Bristol. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in London Kings Cross and Paddington. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3hrs.
Great Northern, Great Western Railway and CrossCountry run train services between Ely and Bristol. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ely and Bristol. We recommend that you take the train to London Kings Cross and then to Bristol Temple Meads. instead which will take 3hrs.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ely to Bristol. We recommend that you take the train to London Kings Cross and then to Bristol Temple Meads. instead which will take 3hrs.
The closest major airport to Bristol is Bristol Airport (BRS) (BRS) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Bristol. Cardiff Airport (CWL) (CWL) and Bournemouth Airport (BOH) (BOH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Ely and Bristol. The distance is around 271km (168 miles) by road and it will take around 3hrs in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ely to Bristol is to take the train which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around £79 ($95).
Compare travel optionsbetween Ely and Bristol
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train + 1 similar | 3hrs | £79($95) | hourly | 310km (192 miles) |
| Train via Birmingham New Street | 3h 55m | £125($145) | hourly | 340km (211 miles) |
Drive | 3hrs | £47($56) | on demand | 271km (168 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Ely and Bristol
Train operators
Great Northern
Airports near Bristol
The following major airports near Bristol offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Bristol Airport (BRS)
- Distance
- 11km (7 miles) from Bristol
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
- Distance
- 52km (32 miles) from Bristol
Bournemouth Airport (BOH)
- Distance
- 92km (57 miles) from Bristol