Taking the train from Alfreton to Ely in 2 hours 2 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Alfreton to Ely? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 11 minutes to travel the 84 miles (135 km) from Alfreton to Ely by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with East Midlands Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Ely.
Book train tickets from Alfreton to Ely in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Ely by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Alfreton to Ely
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Alfreton to Ely is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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