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Trains from Southend Airport (SIA) to Ely (ELY)

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33

train journeys
per day

59

miles (96 kms)

2hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

04:05 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Southend Airport (SIA) to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Airport and Ely , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Airport to Ely is approximately 59 miles (96 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 48 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Airport and Ely.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Airport to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Southend Airport to Ely Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:05
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    07:53
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    04:35
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    08:12
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    05:05
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    08:52
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    06:05
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    08:59
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    10:13
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    07:15
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:51
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    10:59
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    08:15
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:49
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    12:13
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    09:15
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:49
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:20
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:49
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:49
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    11:55
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    14:58
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    12:15
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    15:49
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:14
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:53
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    13:55
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    16:59
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    14:15
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    17:56
    Southend Airport
    Ely
    Southend Airport to Ely

About Southend Airport Station

Station name Southend Airport (SIA)
Address Southend Airport station, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 6YF
Managed by XS

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southend Airport and Ely

The travel time between Southend Airport and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Airport and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Southend Airport & Ely. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Airport and Ely.

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