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Edinburgh to Ely train route details
First train
06:30
Last train
16:30
Journey time
5h 44m
Distance
283 miles
Price
€30.40*
What are the next train times from Edinburgh to Ely?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Edinburgh to Ely happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:50 Waverley | 10:47 Ely |  | Find Tickets |
06:30 Waverley | 11:19 Ely |  | Find Tickets |
07:00 Waverley | 11:45 Ely | | Find Tickets |
07:30 Waverley | 12:19 Ely | | Find Tickets |
08:00 Waverley | 12:45 Ely | | Find Tickets |
08:30 Waverley | 13:19 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Ely from Edinburgh this week
Fares from Edinburgh to Ely usually average around €30.40, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Ely
Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Edinburgh to Ely. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Edinburgh to Ely more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
First Class tickets
Enjoy an upgraded journey with First Class tickets, which usually provide spacious seating, a calmer environment, and added perks like free drinks or snacks with selected train operators
Flexi Season tickets
Designed for part-time commuters, Flexi Season tickets provide 8 travel days within a 28-day window, giving flexibility while still offering meaningful savings compared to buying tickets individually.
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