The average train between Basildon and Ely takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. There is an hourly train service from Basildon to Ely. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Basildon and Ely. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Basildon is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Ely at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London Fenchurch Street and take an average of 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 24m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Basildon to Ely? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Ely. However, there are services departing from Basildon station and arriving at Ely station via London Fenchurch Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Basildon to Ely train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.
Basildon to Ely train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Ely station.
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The distance between Basildon and Ely is 93.4 km. The road distance is 124 km.
You can take a train from Basildon to Ely via London Fenchurch Street, Aldgate station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 23m.