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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY)
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY) will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 12 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Ely station (ELY) on Fri, May 15, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 49 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.
C753969:25 AM0h49Stansted Airport (SSD)10:14 AMEly station (ELY)$231One-way0 transfers- C7540211:25 AM0h49Stansted Airport (SSD)12:14 PMEly station (ELY)$231One-way0 transfers
- C753948:28 AM0h46Stansted Airport (SSD)9:14 AMEly station (ELY)$231One-way0 transfers
- C7539910:25 AM0h49Stansted Airport (SSD)11:14 AMEly station (ELY)$231One-way0 transfers
- C754112:25 PM0h49Stansted Airport (SSD)3:14 PMEly station (ELY)$231One-way0 transfers
- C753948:28 AM0h46Stansted Airport (SSD)9:14 AMEly station (ELY)$231One-way0 transfers
- C753969:25 AM0h49Stansted Airport (SSD)10:14 AMEly station (ELY)$231One-way0 transfers
- C7540211:25 AM0h49Stansted Airport (SSD)12:14 PMEly station (ELY)$231One-way0 transfers
- C7539910:25 AM0h49Stansted Airport (SSD)11:14 AMEly station (ELY)$231One-way0 transfers
- C754112:25 PM0h49Stansted Airport (SSD)3:14 PMEly station (ELY)$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY):
A train is $14 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY) costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Ely station (ELY) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 22m.
The journey is about 6m faster (52m by train vs 58m by car) and roughly $0.69 (€0.55) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $18 (€14)). 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 CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY) trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C75414 | On time 3:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h49 | 4:14 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 P47335 | On time 3:46 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h56 | 4:42 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C75417 | On time 4:24 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h50 | 5:14 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P47342 | On time 4:46 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h00 | 5:46 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C75420 | On time 5:24 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h50 | 6:14 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P47352 | On time 5:48 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h58 | 6:46 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
| C75394 | 8:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h46 | 9:14 AM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C75396 | 9:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h49 | 10:14 AM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P46704 · P47152 · P47302 | 9:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h15 | 10:43 AM Ely station (ELY) | 2 transfers | |
| C75399 | 10:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h49 | 11:14 AM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P47308 | 10:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h56 | 11:42 AM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C75402 | 11:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h49 | 12:14 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P47314 | 11:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h56 | 12:42 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C75405 | 12:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h49 | 1:14 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P47319 | 12:46 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h56 | 1:42 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C07836 | 1:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h49 | 2:14 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P47324 | 1:46 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h56 | 2:42 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C75411 | 2:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h49 | 3:14 PM Ely station (ELY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY)
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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:28, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 7:28 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country from London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY) trainsCrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Ely station (ELY) from $10 (€8). 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 Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.
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Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Ely station (ELY)
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Information Desk
- 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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