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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Colchester is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ely and arriving at Colchester. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Ely to Colchester?

The distance between Ely and Colchester is 68 miles. The road distance is 54.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £22 - £35.

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

The train from Ely to Colchester takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ely to Colchester train from?

Ely to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ely station.

Where does the Ely to Colchester train arrive?

Ely to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from Ely to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Colchester is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Ely to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1020+ hotels available in Colchester.

Ely to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ely to Colchester by train, car, or taxi

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 Ely to ColchesterPeterborough - Colchester / ...
1h 19m
£22–35
Drive 54.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Colchester54.1 mi
1h 20m
£14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ely to Colchester54.1 mi
1h 20m
£110–140
Train via Ipswich
1. Take the train from Ely to IpswichPeterborough - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to ColchesterNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 28m
£27–51

Ely to Colchester by train

20Weekly Trains

1h 19mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 67.6 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Ely to Colchester 3 times a day. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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