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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ely is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ely is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Ely. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Ely via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Reading to Ely?

The distance between Reading and Ely is 109 miles. The road distance is 102.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Ely without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Reading to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ely train from?

Reading to Ely train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Ely train arrive?

Reading to Ely train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ely is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Reading to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 773+ hotels available in Ely.

Reading to Ely - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Ely by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
2h 24m
£50–85
Drive 102.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Elycar 102.3 mi
2h 8m
£26–37
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
3h 10m
£45–121

Reading to Ely by train

207Weekly Trains

3h 10mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 108.7 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Ely via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 24m.

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