What is the cheapest way to get from Croydon to Ely?

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Ely is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Croydon to Ely?

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Ely is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Ely. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Ely via Cambridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Croydon to Ely?

The distance between Croydon and Ely is 86 miles. The road distance is 85.3 miles.

How do I travel from Croydon to Ely without a car?

The best way to get from Croydon to Ely without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £26 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Croydon to Ely?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Croydon to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Ely train from?

Croydon to Ely train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.

Where does the Croydon to Ely train arrive?

Croydon to Ely train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Ely is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Croydon to Ely.

How do I get a train ticket from Croydon to Ely?

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 778+ hotels available in Ely.

Croydon to Ely - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Croydon to Ely by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to CambridgeBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 6m
£27–64
Drive 84.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Croydon to Ely84.8 mi
1h 47m
£22–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hogarth Crescent to Waterloo Station / Tenison WayN68
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach StationA8
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Ely
3h 57m
£28–47

Croydon to Ely by train

207Weekly Trains

2h 6mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.6 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Croydon, England and Ely, England?

Thameslink operates a train from East Croydon to Cambridge hourly. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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