Trains to Carlisle from Ely
| First train | 04:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:17 | |
| Departure station | Ely | |
| Arrival station | Carlisle | |
| Journey time | From 4h 36m | |
| Distance | 217 miles (349 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Travel from Ely to Carlisle by train in 4 hours 36 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Ely to Carlisle by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Ely to Carlisle by train is 6 hours 18 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 36 minutes. You'll usually find 20 trains per day travelling the 217 miles (349 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Carlisle. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Greater Anglia on your way to Carlisle, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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