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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY)
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
28 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
29 m
Trains on 03 Sept
2
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 2 trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.
10:290h29Bury St Edmunds (BSE)10:58Ely station (ELY)£101One-way0 changes- 6:290h28Bury St Edmunds (BSE)6:57Ely station (ELY)£151One-way0 changes
- 6:290h28Bury St Edmunds (BSE)6:57Ely station (ELY)£151One-way0 changes
- 10:290h29Bury St Edmunds (BSE)10:58Ely station (ELY)£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 34 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY):
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Ely station (ELY) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 29m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (30m by train vs 33m by car). Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:29 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 0h29 | 14:58 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 0h33 | 17:58 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 0h33 | 18:58 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
| 6:29 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 0h28 | 6:57 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:29 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 0h29 | 10:58 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 28m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 21:57 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Bury St Edmunds (BSE) and Ely station (ELY) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ely station (ELY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bury St Edmunds (BSE) and Ely station (ELY)
Most Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Ely station (ELY) trains use the Bury St Edmunds to Ely station pair. Use this guide to compare Bury St Edmunds (BSE) and Ely station (ELY) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bury St Edmunds from Bury Saint Edmunds city centre
Bury St Edmunds train station facilities and services
Bury St Edmunds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bury St Edmunds.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bury St Edmunds. ATMs are available at Bury St Edmunds.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bury St Edmunds. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bury St Edmunds: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bury St Edmunds: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bury St Edmunds: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Ely from Ely city centre
Ely train station facilities and services
Ely has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ely.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ely.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ely. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ely: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ely: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ely: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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