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 £24 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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 6m and costs £24 - £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 15m.

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 15m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m 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 Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Ely train arrive?

Reading to Ely train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ely is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m 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 780+ hotels available in Ely.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Ely by train, car, 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 Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to ElyLondon Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
2h 15m
£34–86
Drive 102.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Ely102.3 mi
2h 6m
£25–36
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon WithoutElizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to CambridgeBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 56m
£39–121
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach StationA8
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Ely
4h 31m
£38–73

Reading to Ely by train and subway

449Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 108.6 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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 15m.

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