The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Ely on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
10:47 AM1h28Stansted Mountfitchet12:15 PMEly$291One-way0 transfers
10:47 AM1h28Stansted Mountfitchet12:15 PMEly$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a bus costs an average of $29.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely:
A train is $0.22 (€0.18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Ely take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 13m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (49m by train vs 55m by car). Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia, Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P76351+ G00983 | On time 5:14 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 1h00 | 6:14 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
P76363+ G00986 | On time 6:14 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 1h00 | 7:14 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
P76375+ G00991 | On time 7:14 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 1h00 | 8:14 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
P76387+ G77085 | On time 8:14 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 1h21 | 9:35 PM Ely station (ELY) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 10:47 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1h28 | 12:15 PM Ely | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely run on average 8 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 10:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Stansted Express, Cross Country from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely trainsGreater Anglia, Stansted Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Ely from $28 (€23). 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ely
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- 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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