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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Ely is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Ely is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Ely. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Ely via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Ely?

The distance between Folkestone and Ely is 141 miles. The road distance is 131.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Ely without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Folkestone to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Ely train from?

Folkestone to Ely train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Folkestone to Ely train arrive?

Folkestone to Ely train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Ely is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Folkestone to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 776+ hotels available in Ely.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
2h 26m
£36–118
Drive 130.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Elycar 130.6 mi
2h 15m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 007
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stansted Airporttrain
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
5h 14m
£34–99

Folkestone to Ely by train

122Weekly Trains

2h 26mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 140 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Ely via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 2h 26m.

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