The cheapest and fastest trains from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport
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
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.
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.
09:462h24Ely station (ELY)12:10London Heathrow Airport£731One-way0 changes
08:273h02Ely station (ELY)11:29London Heathrow Airport£731One-way0 changes
09:462h24Ely station (ELY)12:10London Heathrow Airport£731One-way0 changes
08:273h02Ely station (ELY)11:29London Heathrow Airport£731One-way0 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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2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:27 Ely station (ELY) | 3h02 | 11:29 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:46 Ely station (ELY) | 2h24 | 12:10 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ely station (ELY) to London Heathrow Airport
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.
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 |
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.
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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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ely station (ELY) and London Heathrow Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: There is a waiting room on platform 1 and a waiting room on platforms 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In station car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at station entrance
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