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It takes an average of 5h 31m to travel from Cheltenham Spa to Ely by train, over a distance of around 106 miles (171 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Ely and tickets for this journey start from £107.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:02 | |
| Departure station | Cheltenham Spa | |
| Arrival station | Ely | |
| Journey time | From 3h 37m | |
| Distance | 106 miles (171 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £107.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Cheltenham Spa to Ely in 3 hours 37 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cheltenham Spa to Ely? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 31 minutes to travel the 106 miles (171 km) from Cheltenham Spa to Ely by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales to Ely. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Ely in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £107.30. 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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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Ely?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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