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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Ely is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Ely is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Ely?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Ely. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Ely via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Southampton to Ely?

The distance between Southampton and Ely is 153 miles. The road distance is 146.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Ely without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Southampton to Ely, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ely train from?

Southampton to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Ely train arrive?

Southampton to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Ely?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Ely is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Southampton to Ely.

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

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Where can I stay near Ely?

There are 853+ hotels available in Ely.

Southampton to Ely - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Ely by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
3h 14m
£61–121
Drive 145.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Elycar 145.2 mi
2h 40m
£37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus
2. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Stansted Airporttrain
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
5h 31m
£46–72

Southampton to Ely by train, subway, and foot

175Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Ely via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 3h 14m.

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