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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Ely is to train which costs £75 - £140 and takes 8h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Ely is to fly and train which takes 5h 4m and costs £65 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Ely. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Ely via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Inverness to Ely?

The distance between Inverness and Ely is 533 miles. The road distance is 485 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Ely without a car is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Inverness to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Ely train from?

Inverness to Ely train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Inverness station.

Where does the Inverness to Ely train arrive?

Inverness to Ely train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Ely is 485 miles. It takes approximately 8h 47m to drive from Inverness to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 780+ hotels available in Ely.

Inverness to Ely - 9 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Inverness to Ely by train, car, plane, or bus

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 Inverness to PeterboroughInverness - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to ElyBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
8h 6m
£80–131
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Luton Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Ely
5h 4m
£68–240
Drive 482.2 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Ely482.2 mi
8h 47m
£121–175
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Ely
5h 26m
£80–371
Train via Grantham
1. Take the train from Inverness to GranthamInverness - Peterborough
2. Take the train from Grantham to ElyLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
9h 1m
£212–294
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Union Street to George StreetE9
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Ely
11h 43m
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)INV - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Ely
5h 30m
£72–212
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochry
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)EDI - STN
4. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Ely
7h 25m
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)ABZ - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Ely
7h 38m
£153–442

Inverness to Ely by train

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Distance: 529.7 mi
Duration: 8h 6m

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