Paignton to Ely by train
| First train | 14:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:04 | |
| Departure station | Paignton | |
| Arrival station | Ely | |
| Journey time | From 5h 45m | |
| Distance | 213 miles (343 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink |
Travelling from Paignton to Ely by train
Looking to travel from Paignton to Ely by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 5 minutes to travel from Paignton to Ely by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 45 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 213 miles (343 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Ely, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink to get to Ely. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Paignton 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!
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Cheap train tickets from Paignton to Ely
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