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

The cheapest way to get from Romford to Ely is to line 86 bus and bus which costs £14 - £27 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Romford to Ely is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Romford and Ely?

No, there is no direct bus from Romford to Ely station. However, there are services departing from Cotleigh Road 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 3m.

Is there a direct train between Romford and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Romford to Ely. However, there are services departing from Romford and arriving at Ely via Liverpool Street station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Romford to Ely?

The distance between Romford and Ely is 85 miles. The road distance is 68.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Romford to Ely without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Romford to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Romford to Ely bus from?

Romford to Ely bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Cotleigh Road station.

Where do I catch the Romford to Ely train from?

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

Train or bus from Romford to Ely?

The best way to get from Romford to Ely is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can line 86 bus and bus, which costs £14 - £27 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Romford to Ely bus arrive?

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

Where does the Romford to Ely train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Romford to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Romford to Ely is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Romford to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

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Romford 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 Romford 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 58m
£38–80
Line 86 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cotleigh Road to Stratford Bus Stationbus 86 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Cambridgebus Uk066
4h 3m
£15–27
Drive 67.8 mi
1. Drive from Romford to Elycar 67.8 mi
1h 19m
£18–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 33m
£25–52
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Romford to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 37m
£55–71

Romford to Ely by train and subway

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84.7 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Romford, 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 Cotleigh Road to Ely via Stratford Bus Station, London Stratford - Montfichet Road, Cambridge, The Busway Trumpington Park-and-Ride, The Busway station, and Cambridge in around 4h 3m.

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