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Ely to Headcorn train route details

First train
05:21

Last train
23:39

Journey time
3h 7m

Distance
87 miles

Price
AU$131.39*
What are the next train times from Ely to Headcorn?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Ely to Headcorn 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
23:39 Ely | 07:39 +1Headcorn | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
23:39 Ely | 08:09 +1Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Ely to Headcorn

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.

Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Ely and Headcorn on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.

Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Ely to Headcorn when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel

Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares

Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid travelling during busy weekday periods
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