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Lancaster to Ely train route details

First train
First train
17:46
Last train
Last train
20:22
Departure city
Departure city
Lancaster
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
5h 17m
Distance
Distance
171 miles
Price
Price
MYR 189.22*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

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17:46
5h 6m, 3 change
Lancaster
22:52
Ely
NorthernLNER
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20:30
14h 23m, 3 change
Lancaster
10:53
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Ely
Northern
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11:22
5h 30m, 3 change
Lancaster
16:52
Ely
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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12:25
5h 27m, 3 change
Lancaster
17:52
Ely
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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13:22
5h 30m, 3 change
Lancaster
18:52
Ely
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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14:22
5h 30m, 3 change
Lancaster
19:52
Paris
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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Ticket prices for Lancaster to Ely typically cost around MYR 189.22, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
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