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How to get there
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Hiring a car

Ely travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ely

With a population of 14 265, Ely is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ely to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Ely

If you’re looking for affordable options, Griddle Bar & Meat House (7 High St Passage) and The White Pheasant (21 Market Street Fordham) are great picks.

When to visit Ely

Ely in September
Estimated hotel price
£40
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ely in September
Estimated hotel price
£40
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ely

Plane

When flying to Ely, you’ll arrive at Cambridge (CBG), which is located 22 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Ely departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Ely, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Ely to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £27 for a 1h 34m trip. Located 11 km from the city centre, Ely Shippea Hill is the busiest station in Ely. Another popular train station is Ely Littleport, Cambs, located 8 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Ely is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 104 km from Ely. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ely, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Ely takes 217 km and will cost you around £4. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 274 km.

Plane

When flying to Ely, you’ll arrive at Cambridge (CBG), which is located 22 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Ely departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Ely, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Ely to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £27 for a 1h 34m trip. Located 11 km from the city centre, Ely Shippea Hill is the busiest station in Ely. Another popular train station is Ely Littleport, Cambs, located 8 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Ely is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 104 km from Ely. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ely, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Ely takes 217 km and will cost you around £4. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 274 km.

Airports near Ely

NWINorwich Arpt
CBGCambridge

Airlines serving Ely

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KLM
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British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
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SWISS
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Air France
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Emirates
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Air Canada
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Scandinavian Airlines
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LOT
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Brussels Airlines
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Where to stay in Ely

Average rates range from around £80 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £166 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ely

Most booked hotels in Ely

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The Three Pickerels
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Hyatt Centric Cambridge
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Novotel Cambridge North
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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ibis Cambridge Central Station
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Rectory Farm
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Hiring a car in Ely

Hiring a car in Ely costs £47 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.32 per litre in Ely (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.83 and £21.11. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ely, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Ely costs £47 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.32 per litre in Ely (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.83 and £21.11. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ely, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.

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