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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Ely
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
51 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
24 km
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.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cambridge for Ely every day 5 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 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest buses will take 52 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge to Ely bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Ely coaches for today, Monday 2 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:10 Cambridge | 0h52 | 14:02 Ely | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:40 Cambridge | 0h51 | 15:31 Ely | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 3 February | |||||
| 07:50 Cambridge | 0h51 | 08:41 Ely | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:20 Cambridge | 0h52 | 10:12 Ely | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:50 Cambridge | 0h51 | 11:41 Ely | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Ely
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Buses from Cambridge to Ely run on average 3 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 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 24 km distance in 28m.
Distance 24 km |
Average bus duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 28m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: A2B Bus & Coach (Royston), Stagecoach East from Cambridge to ElyYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Ely with A2B Bus & Coach (Royston), Stagecoach East for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
A2B Bus & Coach (Royston)
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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.
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