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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Ely is to line 86 bus and bus and train which costs £14 - £30 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Ely is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Ely. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Ely via Moorgate station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Ilford to Ely?

The distance between Ilford and Ely is 81 miles. The road distance is 68.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Ely without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Ilford to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Ely train from?

Ilford to Ely train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from King's Cross station.

Where does the Ilford to Ely train arrive?

Ilford to Ely train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Ilford to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Ely is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Ilford to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

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Ilford to Ely - 5 ways to travel via train, line 86 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ilford to Ely by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
1h 56m
£37–91
Line 86 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ilford Broadway to Stratford Bus Stationbus 86 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Cambridgebus
3. Take the bus from The Busway Trumpington Park-and-Ride to The Busway stationbus A
4. Take the train from Cambridge to Elytrain
3h 38m
£15–30
Drive 68.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Elycar 68.4 mi
1h 12m
£17–25
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 26m
£42–87
Line 123 bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Road Ilford to Tottenham Hale Bus Stationbus 123
2. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Cambridgetrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
2h 46m
£31–103

Ilford to Ely by train and subway

233Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 80.1 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

Great Northern operates a train from King's Cross to Ely hourly. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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