What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Ely?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Ely is to bus which costs £14 - £27 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington to Ely?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Ely is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Ely?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington station to Ely station. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace and arriving at The Busway station via London Stratford - Montfichet Road and The Busway Trumpington Park-and-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington to Ely. However, there are services departing from Paddington and arriving at Ely via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from London Paddington to Ely?

The distance between London Paddington and Ely is 73 miles. The road distance is 74.7 miles.

How do I travel from London Paddington to Ely without a car?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Ely without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington to Ely?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from London Paddington to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Ely bus from?

London Paddington to Ely bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Ely train from?

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

Train or bus from London Paddington to Ely?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Ely is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £27 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the London Paddington to Ely bus arrive?

London Paddington to Ely bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Stratford City Bus Station.

Where does the London Paddington to Ely train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London Paddington to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Ely is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from London Paddington to Ely.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington to Ely?

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London Paddington to Ely - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from London Paddington 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 41m
£31–61
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Stratford City Bus Stationbus N205
2. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Cambridgebus Uk066
4h 6m
£15–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station to Coach Stationbus A6
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 11m
£24–40
Drive 74.3 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington to Elycar 74.3 mi
1h 41m
£19–27

London Paddington to Ely by subway and train

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Distance: 72.9 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between London Paddington, England and Ely, England?

Great Northern operates a train from King's Cross to Ely hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Ely via London Stratford - Montfichet Road, Cambridge, The Busway Trumpington Park-and-Ride, The Busway station, and Cambridge in around 4h 6m.

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