London to Ely bus with National Express

Fri 09 Jan
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Ely

Showing times and prices for 10 Jan

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

1 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 25 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

102 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Ely will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave London for Ely every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.

FlixBus
19:351h40
London
21:15Ely
£71One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
13:451h15
London
15:00Ely
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
17:004h20
London
21:20Ely
£381One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Ely

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ely among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 102 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£23

Average Price

3h 35m

Average total duration

3h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

Great Northern

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

London to Ely bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Ely coaches for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 01:05
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNXA8 · NX728
Delayed
14:30 06:30London, Victoria Coach Station
4h05
10:35 Newmarket, High Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX728
Delayed
14:30 06:30London, Victoria Coach Station
4h25
10:55 Mildenhall, King Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX728
Delayed
14:30 08:00London, Victoria Coach Station
4h15
12:15 Newmarket, High Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX728
Delayed
14:30 08:00London, Victoria Coach Station
4h35
12:35 Mildenhall, King Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
Delayed
14:30 09:30London, Victoria Coach Station
4h35
14:05 Newmarket, High Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
Delayed
14:30 09:30London, Victoria Coach Station
4h55
14:25 Mildenhall, King Street		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h05
11:45 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h20
12:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
Delayed
14:30 11:30London, Victoria Coach Station
4h55
16:25 Mildenhall, King Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
Delayed
14:30 11:30London, Victoria Coach Station
4h35
16:05 Newmarket, High Street		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:35 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h20
13:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:35 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h05
13:40 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
Delayed
14:30 13:00London, Victoria Coach Station
5h25
18:25 Mildenhall, King Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
Delayed
14:30 13:00London, Victoria Coach Station
5h05
18:05 Newmarket, High Street		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus14:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h40
15:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus14:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h15
15:25 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
On time
16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h40
20:40 Newmarket, High Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
On time
16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h00
21:00 Mildenhall, King Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
On time
18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h35
22:35 Mildenhall, King Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
On time
18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h20
22:20 Newmarket, High Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
On time
20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h25
00:25 Mildenhall, King Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
On time
20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h10
00:10 Newmarket, High Street		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:35 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h15
21:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:35 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h00
21:35 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h15
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h00
23:20 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
On time
22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h50
02:20 Newmarket, High Street		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX727
On time
22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h05
02:35 Mildenhall, King Street		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Ely

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Buses from London to Ely run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 102 km distance in 1h 0m.

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
Distance
102 km
Average bus duration
3h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
22
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
1h 0m
First bus
00:02
Last bus
23:58
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

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London to ElyYou can travel by bus between London to Ely with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£6
FlixBus frequency
19 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£36
National Express frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: London to Ely coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Ely can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Ely is £42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Ely from London is on average 1 h 54 min   for the 63 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between London and Ely by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London to Ely leaves at 00: 32. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London to Ely leaves at 22: 30.
There are 19 coaches a day from London to Ely which require at least one change with FlixBus or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the London to Ely coach with FlixBus or National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey from London to Ely as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Ely from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 54 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Ely is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London to Ely including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from London to Ely has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to Ely.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Ely.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Ely.
    No, luggage for the coach from London to Ely needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to Ely.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Ely.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to Ely.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to Ely.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in London and Ely

    London
    Ely
    London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Buckingham Palace Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
    • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
    London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
    information
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    information

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