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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | London Liverpool Street | Ely | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | King's Cross | Ely | Fastest | ||||
| Train | King's Cross | Littleport | No tags | ||||
| Train | London Liverpool Street | Ely | No tags | ||||
| Train | King's Cross | Littleport | No tags |
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Get from London to Ely
The journey takes about 1 hour 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Ely by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Ely cost?
The average train ticket price from London to Ely is £66. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Ely is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from London to Ely?
A train trip between London and Ely is around 1h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 9m. This is the time it takes to travel the 68 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between London and Ely?
The number of trains from London to Ely can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Ely by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from London to Ely?
When taking the train from London to Ely, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Northern, Greater Anglia.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Ely was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Ely as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £11 to £72 for a train ticket from London to Ely based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-11-24.
Usually Great Northern will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
