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 line 9 bus and bus which costs £14 - £20 and takes 4h 17m.

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 bus between Ely and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Travel Centre via Parkside, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

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 32m.

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 32m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

Ely to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by A2B Bus & Coach (Royston), depart from Market Street station.

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.

Train or bus from Ely to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Ely to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs £14 - £20 and takes 4h 17m.

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

Ely to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by A2B Bus & Coach (Royston), arrive at Drummer St Bus 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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Ely to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 9 bus

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There are 4 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 32m
£57–95
Line 9 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Drummer St Bus Stationbus 9
2. Take the bus from Parkside to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Travel Centrebus X30
4h 17m
£14–20
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 48m
£22–35
Drive 77.7 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Southend-on-Seacar 77.7 mi
1h 42m
£20–28

Ely to Southend-on-Sea by train and subway

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2h 32mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.6 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Travel Centre via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 17m.

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