Train from Ely to Stansted: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Ely to Stansted on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Ely
Stansted London Airport (STN)Cheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Ely
Stansted London Airport (STN)Fastest
Greater AngliaTrain
Ely
Stansted London Airport (STN)No tags
CrossCountryTrain
Ely
Stansted London Airport (STN)No tags
Greater AngliaTrain
Ely
Stansted London Airport (STN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:16 PM GMT.

Get from Ely to Stansted

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 54 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
54mAverage Duration
35 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ely to Stansted by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Ely to Stansted?

    The cheapest train tickets from Ely to Stansted start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Ely to Stansted?

    The average train ride duration from Ely to Stansted is 54m, covering a distance of 35 miles (56 km). The quickest train can get you there in 44m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators service the Ely to Stansted route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Greater Anglia, CrossCountry.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Ely to Stansted?

    The earliest train departs from Ely to Stansted at 7:26am. And the latest train departs at 8:03pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Ely to Stansted?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Ely to Stansted?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Ely to Stansted?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Greater Anglia, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Ely to Stansted?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Greater Anglia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12/09
$19
12/10
$17
Today
$20
12/12
$22
12/13
$20
12/14
$17
12/15
$17
12/16
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ely to Stansted was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ely to Stansted, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $17 to $30 for a train ticket from Ely to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually Greater Anglia will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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