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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Ely is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Ely is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Ely. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Ely via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Ely?

The distance between Canterbury and Ely is 141 miles. The road distance is 121.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Ely without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Canterbury to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Ely train from?

Canterbury to Ely train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Where does the Canterbury to Ely train arrive?

Canterbury to Ely train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Ely is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Canterbury to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 852+ hotels available in Ely.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
2h 25m
£67–152
Drive 121 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Canterbury to Elycar 121 mi
2h 5m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Cambridgebus Uk066
4h 2m
£47–97
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus A8 / ...
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
5h 59m
£38–85

Canterbury to Ely by train

144Weekly Trains

2h 25mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.3 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Ely via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 2h 25m.

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