Trains to Ely from Wakefield
| First train | 04:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:44 | |
| Departure station | Wakefield | |
| Arrival station | Ely | |
| Journey time | From 1h 49m | |
| Distance | 116 miles (186 km) | |
| Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Wakefield to Ely by train
Looking to travel from Wakefield to Ely by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 31 minutes to travel from Wakefield to Ely by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 49 minutes though. You'll usually find 25 trains per day running along the 116 miles (186 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Ely, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway 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 Wakefield 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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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.
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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