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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Aberdeen is to train and fly which costs £55 - £220 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 5h 4m and costs £130 - £390.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Aberdeen via Peterborough and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Ely to Aberdeen?

The distance between Ely and Aberdeen is 475 miles. The road distance is 448.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Aberdeen without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 41m and costs £80 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Ely to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Aberdeen train from?

Ely to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.

Where does the Ely to Aberdeen train arrive?

Ely to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Ely to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Aberdeen is 449 miles. It takes approximately 8h 7m to drive from Ely to Aberdeen.

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

Book your Ely to Aberdeen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 657+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Ely to Aberdeen - 10 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Ely to Aberdeen by train, car, or plane

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

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
7h 41m
£81–193
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ely to Stansted Airport
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
6h 33m
£57–214
Drive 446.2 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Aberdeen446.2 mi
8h 7m
£111–161
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
5h 7m
£101–353
Train
1. Take the train from Ely to PeterboroughStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to AberdeenLondon Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
7h 50m
£98–158
Train #2
1. Take the train from Ely to SheffieldNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to AberdeenPlymouth - Aberdeen / ...
10h 10m
£162–306
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Ely to Norwich
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)NWI - ABZ
5h 4m
£138–387
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
5h 52m
£101–293
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LGW - ABZ
5h 59m
£58–246
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Cross
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LTN - ABZ
5h 8m
£61–239

Ely to Aberdeen by train

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7h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 472.5 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

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You can take a train from Ely to Aberdeen via Peterborough and Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 41m.

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