Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport train with Great Northern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times and prices for 31 Mar

Cheapest price

£73

Average price

£73

Fastest journey

2 h 24 m

Average duration

2 h 43 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

114 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Ely station (ELY) for London Heathrow Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.

  • Great Northern
    09:462h24
    Ely station (ELY)
    12:10London Heathrow Airport
    £731One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Northern
    08:273h02
    Ely station (ELY)
    11:29London Heathrow Airport
    £731One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport 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 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 114 km

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£65

Average Price

£17

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2h 18m

Average total duration

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1h 48m

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Tickets
great_northern08:27 Ely station (ELY)
3h02
11:29 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
great_northern09:46 Ely station (ELY)
2h24
12:10 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport

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Trains from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 10:27. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 2h 24m.

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
Coach from £6
Distance
114 km
Average train duration
1h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
22
Fastest train
2h 24m
First train
07:27
Last train
10:27
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
Coach from £6

Train companies: Great Northern from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Ely station (ELY) and London Heathrow Airport from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£72
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £65.
The train journey from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport covers a distance of 114 km and takes approximately 2h 24m. Trains run 22 per day.
The train distance from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport is 114 km.
The first train from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 7:27.
The last train from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport departs at 10:27.
Trains from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport run approximately 22 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport.
To get from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ely to London Heathrow Airport offers glimpses of the picturesque English countryside, including fields and small villages, especially between Ely and Cambridge, but becomes more urban as it approaches London.
A day trip from Ely to London Heathrow Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 24m. The distance is 114 km, and trains run 23 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ely station (ELY) and London Heathrow Airport

Ely
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on all platforms and open when the station is staffed.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a waiting room on platform 1 and a waiting room on platforms 2 and 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: In station car park
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Ely
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at station entrance

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