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Trains to Thorpe Bay from Ely
It takes an average of 3h 19m to travel from Ely to Thorpe Bay by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (101 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Ely to Thorpe Bay and tickets for this journey start from £26 when you book in advance.
| First train | 09:17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:27 | |
| Departure station | Ely | |
| Arrival station | Thorpe Bay | |
| Journey time | From 3h 6m | |
| Distance | 63 miles (101 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £26 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, c2c |
Trains to Thorpe Bay from Ely
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It takes an average of 3 hours 19 minutes to travel from Ely to Thorpe Bay by train. You'll find on average 5 trains per day running on this route.
There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Thorpe Bay by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.
Greater Anglia, Thameslink, c2c and CrossCountry trains run on this route.
The journey from Ely to Thorpe Bay starts at £26.00. Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Ely to Thorpe Bay?
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
Train tickets from Ely to Thorpe Bay start at £26§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Ely to Thorpe Bay is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.