What is the cheapest way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Travel Centre via Parkside, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Southend Victoria via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Ely and Southend-on-Sea is 114 miles. The road distance is 78.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ely to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £29 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Ely to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by A2B Bus & Coach (Royston), depart from Market Street station.

Where do I catch the Ely to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Ely to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.

Train or bus from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £29 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Ely to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Ely to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by A2B Bus & Coach (Royston), arrive at Drummer St Bus Station.

Where does the Ely to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Ely to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Southend-on-Sea is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Ely to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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Ely to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 9 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to King's CrossKings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend VictoriaLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 36m
£30–87
Drive 77.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Southend-on-Sea77.7 mi
1h 42m
£20–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ely to Stansted Airport
2. Take the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bus StationX30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
2h 41m
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Drummer St Bus Station9
2. Take the bus from Parkside to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel CentreX30
4h 7m

Ely to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

240Weekly Services

2h 36mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.6 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Ely, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Ely to Southend Victoria via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Travel Centre via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 4h 7m.

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