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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Ely is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Ely is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Ely?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Ely station. However, there are services departing from Gildredge Road and arriving at The Busway station via Gatwick Airport South Terminal and The Busway Trumpington Park-and-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Ely. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Ely via Victoria station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Ely?

The distance between Eastbourne and Ely is 140 miles. The road distance is 133.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Ely without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Eastbourne to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Ely bus from?

Eastbourne to Ely bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Gildredge Road station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Ely train from?

Eastbourne to Ely train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Ely?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Ely is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Ely bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Ely bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Gatwick South Terminal station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Ely train arrive?

Eastbourne to Ely train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Ely is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Eastbourne to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
3h 15m
£66–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Cambridgebus Uk066
7h 6m
£19–37
Drive 132.7 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Elycar 132.7 mi
2h 32m
£33–48
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to East Croydontrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
3h 46m
£69–139
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Coach Stationbus A8 / ...
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
5h
£59–118

Eastbourne to Ely by train and subway

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Ely via London Victoria, Victoria station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gildredge Road to Ely via Gatwick South Terminal, Gatwick Airport South Terminal, Cambridge, The Busway Trumpington Park-and-Ride, The Busway station, and Cambridge in around 7h 6m.

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