Gainsborough to Ely by train
| First train | 05:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:09 | |
| Departure station | Gainsborough | |
| Arrival station | Ely | |
| Journey time | From 1h 56m | |
| Distance | 82 miles (132 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Hull Trains, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
Travel from Gainsborough to Ely by train in 1 hour 56 minutes
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The average journey time from Gainsborough to Ely by train is 3 hours 3 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 56 minutes. You'll usually find 12 trains per day travelling the 82 miles (132 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Ely. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway on your way to Ely, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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