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

The cheapest way to get from York to Ely is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Ely is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £30 - £70.

Is there a direct train between York and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from York to Ely. However, there are services departing from York and arriving at Ely via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from York to Ely?

The distance between York and Ely is 143 miles. The road distance is 152.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Ely without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from York to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the York to Ely train from?

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

Where does the York to Ely train arrive?

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

Can I drive from York to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Ely is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from York to Ely.

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

Book your York to Ely train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 777+ hotels available in Ely.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to PeterboroughYork - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to ElyBirmingham New Street - Ely / ...
2h 8m
£33–69
Train via Sheffield
cheapest
1. Take the train from York to SheffieldNewcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to ElyLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 26m
£32–127
Drive 152 mi
1. Drive from York to Ely152 mi
2h 47m
£38–54

York to Ely by train

200Weekly Trains

2h 8mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 142 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a train from York to Ely via Peterborough in around 2h 8m.

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