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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Ely is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Ely is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Ely?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Ely. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Market Street via Drummer St Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Ely. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Ely via Cambridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Ely?

The distance between Gatwick and Ely is 102 miles. The road distance is 112.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Ely without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Gatwick to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Ely bus from?

Gatwick to Ely bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Ely train from?

Gatwick to Ely train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Ely?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Ely is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 9 bus, which costs and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Gatwick to Ely bus arrive?

Gatwick to Ely bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where does the Gatwick to Ely train arrive?

Gatwick to Ely train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Ely is 113 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Gatwick to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

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Gatwick to Ely - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 9 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick to Ely by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 20m
£52–102
Drive 112.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick to Elycar 112.2 mi
1h 54m
£27–39
Bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk066
2. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Market Streetbus 9
4h 55m
Line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Povey Cross Road East to Redhill Bus Stationbus 100
2. Take the train from Redhill to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain
3h 3m
£45–102

Gatwick to Ely by train

208Weekly Trains

2h 20mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.7 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Cambridge hourly. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Market Street via Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and Drummer St Bus Station in around 4h 55m.

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