How to get from Ely to Shimpling by bus and train?

Ely to Shimpling - Train Timetable

The GREATER ANGLIA train from Ely to Shimpling runs from 08:30 to 16:32, with departures every 2 hr. The journey takes about 1 hr 10 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Ely to Shimpling by bus and train

To get from Ely to Shimpling in East Anglia, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Ely station to Bury St Edmunds station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 86 bus and finally take the 45 bus from Kevor House, Bury St Edmunds station to Thorn Court Corner, Cockfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The bus and train schedule from Ely may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shimpling on the Moovit app.

70min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Bus - 8686
Bus - 4545
Walk to Shimpling
Leaves from Ely

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ely
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    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Ipswich
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    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bury St Edmunds
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station, Bury St Edmunds
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    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Bury St Edmunds
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    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kevor House, Bury St Edmunds
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    4 min
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    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Sudbury
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thorn Court Corner, Cockfield
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    26 min
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    Walk to Shimpling
    Walk to
    Shimpling
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ely to Shimpling

The distance between Ely, East Anglia and Shimpling, East Anglia is approximately 56.71 km, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ely to Shimpling by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in East Anglia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Ely to Shimpling

To check the bus and train timetable from Ely to Shimpling using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ely) and destination (Shimpling), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ely to Shimpling?

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line 86, Bus line 45.

  • Is there a direct train between Ely and Shimpling in East Anglia?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 10 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ely to Shimpling in East Anglia?

    The GREATER ANGLIA train line goes from Bury St Edmunds station near Ely to Railway Station, Bury St Edmunds station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Railway Station, Bury St Edmunds station near Shimpling in East Anglia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ely to Shimpling in East Anglia by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ely and Shimpling in East Anglia by train and bus is about 1 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ely to get to Shimpling in East Anglia?

    Get on the GREATER ANGLIA train from the Bury St Edmunds station near Ely in East Anglia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ely and Shimpling in East Anglia?

    Get off the train at the Railway Station, Bury St Edmunds stop, which is closest to Shimpling in East Anglia.

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