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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ely (ELY)

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18

train journeys
per day

34

miles (55 kms)

1hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:07

first / last train

11

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Stansted Airport and Ely , with 11 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stansted Airport to Ely is approximately 34 miles (55 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 7 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stansted Airport to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Stansted Airport to Ely Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:30
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    07:00
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:35
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    08:05
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:59
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:35
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    09:05
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:35
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    10:05
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:35
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    11:05
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:48
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:35
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    13:05
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:35
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    14:05
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:35
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    15:05
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:48
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:59
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:35
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    17:05
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:48
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    18:59
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:35
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    19:05
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:48
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    20:59
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:35
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    21:05
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:10
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    00:01
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:59
    5 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Stansted Airport
    Ely
    Stansted Airport to Ely

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Stansted Airport and Ely

The travel time between Stansted Airport and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stansted Airport and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:07.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 11 direct services per day from Stansted Airport to Ely

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

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