Looking to travel from Cambridge to Ely by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 20 minutes to travel from Cambridge to Ely by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 14 minutes though. You'll usually find 113 trains per day running along the 15 miles (24 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Ely. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia or CrossCountry to get to Ely – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Cambridge to Ely in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £2.40.
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The average journey time by train between Cambridge and Ely is 20 minutes, with around 113 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Cambridge to Ely is 14 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Cambridge to Ely can start from as little as £2.40 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Cambridge to Ely without having to change trains. There are 113 direct trains from Cambridge to Ely each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Cambridge to Ely leaves at 04:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Cambridge to Ely leaves at 00:21. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Cambridge to Ely cover a distance of around 15 miles (24 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Ely to Cambridge.
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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 Cambridge to Ely is right for you.
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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