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Southend-on-Sea to Ely trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Southend-on-Sea and Ely takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Southend-on-Sea to Ely. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 39m
Duration
114 mi
Distance
£65
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Southend-on-Sea to Ely train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Southend-on-Sea and Ely. The earliest departure is at 4:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Southend-on-Sea is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Ely at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Great Northern2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Great Northern2h 47m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Great Northern2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Great Northern2h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Great Northern2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Great Northern2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Great Northern2h 37m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Great Northern2h 32m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southend-on-Sea to Ely? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Southend-on-Sea to Ely.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 113.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Ely, England?

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Ely via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 40m.

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