How long is the drive?

Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.

Is the cathedral worth visiting?

Yes, it is a major historic landmark.

Yes, but it requires changing in King's Lynn.

Where is the best parking?

Barton Road car park is very convenient.

Fakenham

Ely

Bus Driving

Fakenham to Ely

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Fakenham to Ely covers 70 kilometers. The most direct route is via the A1065 and A10, taking approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car. Ely is a historic cathedral city in Cambridgeshire, famous for its stunning cathedral and riverside. Driving is the most practical method for this route, as public transport is limited and time-consuming.

Total Distance: 70 km driving distance, 65 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving is the fastest, taking 1 hour 20 minutes.

Cheapest Way

Bus travel is the cheapest, but takes significantly longer.

Compare Fakenham to Ely Routes

	Bus Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	3 hours	1 hour 20 minutes
Avg Price	10 to 15 GBP	10 to 15 GBP in fuel
Operator	National Express	Personal Vehicle
Route	Bus to King's Lynn, then train or bus to Ely.	A1065 to A10, then south to Ely.
Tip	The train from King's Lynn to Ely is a faster alternative.	The A10 is a major road; expect heavy traffic during peak times.

Travel Tips

Parking
Use the Barton Road car park.
Traffic
The A10 is a major route; expect heavy traffic.
Train Connections
King's Lynn station is the best hub for rail travel.
Walking
The city center is compact and easy to walk around.
Events
Check the Ely tourism website for local events.

Safety Tips

Road Safety
The A10 has many junctions; drive with care.
Pedestrians
Ely city center has busy shopping streets.
Emergency
Addenbrooke's Hospital is the main medical facility.
Crowds
Be aware of your surroundings in the city center.