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Trains from Ely (ELY) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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39

train journeys
per day

87

miles (140 kms)

2hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ely (ELY) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Ely and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ely to Gatwick Airport is approximately 87 miles (140 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 36 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Gatwick Airport.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ely to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Ely to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:18
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    07:44
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:52
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    08:14
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:14
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:44
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:50
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    09:14
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:28
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    09:44
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    10:14
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    10:44
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:53
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:14
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    11:44
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    12:14
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:28
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:53
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:14
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    13:44
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:53
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    14:14
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    14:44
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:53
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:14
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    15:44
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:53
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    16:14
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:26
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:53
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    17:14
    Ely
    Gatwick Airport
    Ely to Gatwick Airport

About Ely Station

Station name Ely (ELY)
Address Ely station, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ely and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Ely and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ely and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

First class tickets on trains between Ely and Gatwick Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Ely and Gatwick Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ely & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Gatwick Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ely and Gatwick Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.