The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY)
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY) will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
It's difficult to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY) without transferring at least once.
G77107 · GN06940010:24 PM1h45London Kings Cross (KGX)12:09 AMEly station (ELY)$221One-way1 transfer
G27013 · GN0697009:24 PM1h45London Kings Cross (KGX)11:09 PMEly station (ELY)$241One-way1 transfer
G77087 · GN0699008:24 PM1h45London Kings Cross (KGX)10:09 PMEly station (ELY)$251One-way1 transfer
C93341 · GN0713008:12 AM1h57London Kings Cross (KGX)10:09 AMEly station (ELY)$251One-way1 transfer
G77019 · GN0705002:24 PM1h45London Kings Cross (KGX)4:09 PMEly station (ELY)$251One-way1 transfer
G77087 · GN0699008:24 PM1h45London Kings Cross (KGX)10:09 PMEly station (ELY)$251One-way1 transfer
G27013 · GN0697009:24 PM1h45London Kings Cross (KGX)11:09 PMEly station (ELY)$241One-way1 transfer
C93361 · GN07100010:24 AM1h45London Kings Cross (KGX)12:09 PMEly station (ELY)$451One-way1 transfer
G77107 · GN06940010:24 PM1h45London Kings Cross (KGX)12:09 AMEly station (ELY)$221One-way1 transfer
C93371 · GN07090011:24 AM1h45London Kings Cross (KGX)1:09 PMEly station (ELY)$441One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY):
A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY) costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Ely station (ELY) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
The journey is about 23m faster (1h 27m by train vs 1h 50m by car) and roughly $3 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($42 (€35) vs $45 (€37)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Northern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G77075 | On time 7:18 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h15 | 8:33 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77081 | On time 7:48 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h15 | 9:03 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77085 | On time 8:18 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h17 | 9:35 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77091 | On time 8:48 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h15 | 10:03 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77095 | On time 9:18 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h17 | 10:35 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G27014 | On time 9:48 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h15 | 11:03 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77105 | On time 10:18 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h17 | 11:35 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77111 | On time 10:48 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h15 | 12:03 AM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77115 | On time 11:12 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h16 | 12:28 AM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
C93341 · GN071300 | 8:12 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h57 | 10:09 AM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
C93351 · GN071200 | 9:24 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 11:09 AM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
C93361 · GN071000 | 10:24 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 12:09 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
C93371 · GN070900 | 11:24 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 1:09 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
G76999 · GN070800 | 12:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 2:09 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
G77009 · GN070600 | 1:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 3:09 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
G77019 · GN070500 | 2:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 4:09 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
G77029 · GN070400 | 3:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 5:09 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
G77040 · GN070300 | 4:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 6:09 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
G77052 · GN070200 | 5:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 7:09 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
G77065 · GN070100 | 6:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 8:09 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Northern?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway or London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to find the best option for your trip from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY) trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Ely station (ELY) from $20 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ely station (ELY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Ely station (ELY)
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on all platforms and open when the station is staffed
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: There is a waiting room on platform 1 and a waiting room on platforms 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In station car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at station entrance
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