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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Stanstead is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Stanstead is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Scotchford Bridge via The Guineas Bus Station and West Suffolk College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Ely to Stanstead?

The distance between Ely and Stanstead is 38 miles. The road distance is 31.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Stanstead without a car is to train and line 47 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £15 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Ely to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Stanstead bus from?

Ely to Stanstead bus services, operated by Stephensons of Essex, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ely to Stanstead bus arrive?

Ely to Stanstead bus services, operated by Stephensons of Essex, arrive at The Guineas Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ely to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Stanstead is 32 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Ely to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 639+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Ely to Stanstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 47 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Ely to Stanstead by train, bus, 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, line 47 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Bury St Edmundstrain Peterborough - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the bus from West Suffolk Hospital to Scotchford Bridgebus 47
2h 19m
£16–23
Line 112 bus, bus, line 47 bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Street to The Guineas Bus Stationbus 112
2. Take the bus from The Guineas Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Scotchford Bridgebus 47
4h 14m
£7–11
Drive 31.4 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Stansteadcar 31.4 mi
52 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ely to Stansteadtaxi 31.4 mi
52 min
£65–80
Line 112 bus, bus, line 47 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to The Guineas Bus Stationbus 112
2. Take the bus from The Guineas Bus Station to West Suffolk Collegebus 312 / ...
3. Take the bus from West Suffolk College to Scotchford Bridgebus 47
3h 44m
£9–13

Ely to Stanstead by train and bus

38Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 37.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Scotchford Bridge via The Guineas Bus Station and West Suffolk College in around 3h 44m.

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