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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Ely
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 24 trains that leave London for Ely every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
P762335:541h46London Liverpool Street (LST)7:40Ely station (ELY)£161One-way0 changes- P762295:121h57London Liverpool Street (LST)7:09Ely station (ELY)£181One-way0 changes
- P76332 · P0116414:541h48London Liverpool Street (LST)16:42Ely station (ELY)£181One-way1 change
- P66671 · P011609:081h36London Liverpool Street (LST)10:44Ely station (ELY)£191One-way1 change
G7700813:241h14London Kings Cross (KGX)14:38Ely station (ELY)£211One-way0 changes
- C933468:541h09London Kings Cross (KGX)10:03Ely station (ELY)£431One-way0 changes
- C933569:541h09London Kings Cross (KGX)11:03Ely station (ELY)£221One-way0 changes
- C933297:241h09London Kings Cross (KGX)8:33Ely station (ELY)£431One-way0 changes
- C933246:541h09London Kings Cross (KGX)8:03Ely station (ELY)£431One-way0 changes
- C933357:541h09London Kings Cross (KGX)9:03Ely station (ELY)£431One-way0 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 £7. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 102 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£22 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Ely train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ely trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P66047+ G00952 | 4:10 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h02 | 6:12 Ely station (ELY) | 1 change | |
| P76229 | 5:12 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h57 | 7:09 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76233 | 5:54 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h46 | 7:40 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77126 | 6:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h30 | 7:31 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C93324 | 6:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 8:03 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C93329 | 7:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 8:33 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C93335 | 7:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 9:03 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C93340 | 8:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h11 | 9:35 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76255+G00960 | 8:24 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h50 | 10:14 Ely station (ELY) | 1 change | |
| C93346 | 8:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 10:03 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66671 · P01160 | 9:08 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h36 | 10:44 Ely station (ELY) | 1 change | |
| C93350 | 9:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h14 | 10:38 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C93356 | 9:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 11:03 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G27006 | 10:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h13 | 11:37 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C93366 | 10:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 12:03 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G27007 | 11:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h14 | 12:38 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C93376 | 11:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 13:03 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G76998 | 12:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h13 | 13:37 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G27008 | 12:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 14:03 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77008 | 13:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h14 | 14:38 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77014 | 13:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 15:03 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77018 | 14:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h13 | 15:37 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77024 | 14:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h09 | 16:03 Ely station (ELY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76332 · P01164 | 14:54 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h48 | 16:42 Ely station (ELY) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Ely
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Ely run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains from London to Ely trainsGreat Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between London and Ely from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Ely train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Ely
Most London to Ely trains use the London Kings Cross to Ely station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Ely train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Ely station do trains from London arrive at?
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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