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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Ely is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Ely is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Ely. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Ely via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Margate to Ely?

The distance between Margate and Ely is 162 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Ely without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Margate to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Ely train from?

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

Train or bus from Margate to Ely?

The best way to get from Margate to Ely is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £120 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Margate to Ely train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Margate to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Ely is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Margate to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

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Margate to Ely - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Margate to London St Pancras IntlMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to ElyLondon Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
2h 49m
£40–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to New Cross Gate Station022
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Trumpington Park-and-RideUk066
6h 31m
£23–120
Drive 135.7 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Ely135.7 mi
2h 24m
£34–48
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras IntlMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to CambridgeBrighton - Cambridge / ...
3h 15m
£38–168

Margate to Ely by train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Margate to Ely via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Ely via New Cross Gate Station, Molesworth Street, Lewisham Centre, Stratford City Bus Station, Trumpington Park-and-Ride, The Busway Trumpington Park-and-Ride, The Busway station, and Cambridge in around 6h 31m.

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