Cambridge to Ely bus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Ely

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£4

Fastest journey

30 m

Average duration

36 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

24 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Ely is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cambridge to Ely will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Cambridge for Ely every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 24 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Greater Anglia
    7:480h42
    Cambridge
    8:30Ely
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Greater Anglia
    7:050h30
    Cambridge
    7:35Ely
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Ely

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Ely among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £4.

Distance: 24 km

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Train

£4

Average Price

£3

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 5m

Average total duration

35m

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30m

Additional time*

44m

Average total duration

Fastest

14m

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30m

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Live departures

Cambridge to Ely bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Ely coaches for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Greater Anglia15:48 Cambridge
0h42
16:30 Ely0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Cambridge to Ely by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Ely

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Buses from Cambridge to Ely run on average 5 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by train.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 24 km distance in 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £2
Distance
24 km
Average bus duration
35m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
28m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:57
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £2

FAQs: Cambridge to Ely coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Ely by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ely, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cambridge to Ely can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cambridge to Ely is £4; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cambridge to Ely is 28m to travel the 24 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cambridge to Ely leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cambridge to Ely leaves at 23:57.
A day trip to Ely from Cambridge is worth doing with a journey time of 28m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cambridge to Ely is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cambridge and Ely including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from Cambridge to Ely has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cambridge to Ely.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cambridge to Ely.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cambridge to Ely.
No, luggage for the coach from Cambridge to Ely needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cambridge to Ely.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cambridge to Ely.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cambridge to Ely.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cambridge to Ely.

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