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

The cheapest way to get from Grimsby to Ely is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grimsby to Ely is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Grimsby and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Grimsby to Ely. However, there are services departing from Grimsby Town and arriving at Ely via Doncaster and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Grimsby to Ely?

The distance between Grimsby and Ely is 159 miles. The road distance is 98 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grimsby to Ely without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 2h 59m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Grimsby to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grimsby to Ely train from?

Grimsby to Ely train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.

Where does the Grimsby to Ely train arrive?

Grimsby to Ely train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Grimsby to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Grimsby to Ely is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Grimsby to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

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Grimsby to Ely - 4 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, and car

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

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Grimsby Town to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Elytrain
2h 59m
£50–87
Drive 97.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grimsby to Elycar 97.4 mi
2h 7m
£25–35
Line 53 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Riverhead Exchange to Market Placebus 53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Central Bus Stationbus 53 / ...
3. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Peterboroughtrain
4. Take the train from Peterborough to Elytrain
5h 6m
£38–73
Train
1. Take the train from Grimsby Town to Lincoln Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Elytrain
3h 35m
£52–91

Grimsby to Ely by train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.2 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Ely via Doncaster and Peterborough in around 2h 59m.

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