The cheapest and fastest buses from Ely to London
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Buses per day
32
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ely to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ely to London will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 32 buses that leave Ely for London on Thu, Nov 06, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Ely to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ely to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€22 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Ely to London Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Live departures
Ely to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ely to London buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:35 AM Ely | 4h15 | 2:50 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Ely | 4h30 | 6:50 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Ely | 2h55 | 7:10 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 PM Ely | 1h05 | 10:20 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
NX727 · NXA6 | On time 12:45 AM Mildenhall, King Street | 4h35 | 5:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NXA6 | On time 1:00 AM Newmarket, High Street | 4h20 | 5:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1h15 | 4:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 · NXA8 | 3:00 AM Mildenhall, King Street | 4h20 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NXA8 | 3:15 AM Newmarket, High Street | 4h05 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:15 AM Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 1h00 | 4:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1h15 | 5:55 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 AM Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 1h00 | 5:55 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 · NXA8 | 4:55 AM Mildenhall, King Street | 4h55 | 9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NXA8 | 5:10 AM Newmarket, High Street | 4h40 | 9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1h25 | 7:55 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 1h10 | 7:55 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 · NXA8 | 6:50 AM Mildenhall, King Street | 5h00 | 11:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NXA8 | 7:15 AM Newmarket, High Street | 4h35 | 11:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NXA8 | 8:20 AM Mildenhall, King Street | 4h30 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NXA8 | 8:40 AM Newmarket, High Street | 4h10 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NXA8 | 9:50 AM Mildenhall, King Street | 4h30 | 2:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NXA8 | 10:10 AM Newmarket, High Street | 4h10 | 2:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ely to London
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Ely to London start from as low as $7 (€6) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $26 (€22) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Ely to LondonYou can travel by bus between Ely to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ely to London

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- The British Museum, a world-renowned museum housing a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the globe
- The Tower of London, a historic castle and former royal residence known for its Crown Jewels and rich history
- Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarch and a symbol of the British monarchy
- The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, iconic landmarks representing the political heart of the United Kingdom
- St. Paul's Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece with a stunning dome and rich history.
- The London Eye, a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank offering panoramic views of the city
- West End Theatre District, a vibrant area known for its high-quality theatrical productions and musicals
- Explore Camden Market, a bustling market known for its eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts
- Take a walk through Hyde Park, one of London's largest and most famous parks offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities
- Visit the Tate Modern, a contemporary art museum housed in a former power station on the banks of the Thames.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ely to London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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