What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Ely?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Ely is to line 388 bus and bus which costs £15 - £27 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Ely?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Ely is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Ely. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Ely via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Ely?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Ely is 74 miles. The road distance is 76.5 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Ely without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Ely without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £22 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Ely?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Waterloo Station to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Ely train from?

Waterloo Station to Ely train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Ely?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Ely is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 388 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £27 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Ely train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Ely train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Ely is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Waterloo Station to Ely.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Ely?

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Where can I stay near Ely?

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Waterloo Station to Ely - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to ElyLondon Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
1h 45m
£22–48
Line 388 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Bridge Bus Station to Stratford City Bus Station388
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Trumpington Park-and-RideUk066
3h 28m
£15–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach StationA8
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to ElyStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 58m
£22–42
Drive 76 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Ely76 mi
1h 34m
£19–27

Waterloo Station to Ely by subway, foot, and train

449Weekly Services

1h 45mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.2 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Ely, England?

Great Northern operates a train from King's Cross to Ely every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £20–45 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Waterloo station to Ely via London Bridge station, London Bridge Bus Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Trumpington Park-and-Ride, The Busway Trumpington Park-and-Ride, The Busway station, and Cambridge in around 3h 28m.

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