What is the cheapest way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Southend Victoria via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Ely and Southend-on-Sea is 114 miles. The road distance is 78.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ely to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £50 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Ely to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.

Where does the Ely to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Ely to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Southend-on-Sea is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Ely to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

There are 884+ hotels available in Southend-on-Sea.

Ely to Southend-on-Sea - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 39m
£55–89
Drive 77.7 mi
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1. Drive from Ely to Southend-on-Seacar 77.7 mi
1h 42m
£20–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ely to Stansted Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
2h 49m
£21–35

Ely to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.6 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Southend Victoria via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 39m.

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