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Lancaster to Ely train route details

First train
First train
20:30
Last train
Last train
20:30
Departure city
Departure city
Lancaster
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
4h 58m
Distance
Distance
171 miles
Price
Price
AED 176.02*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

What are the next train times from Lancaster to Ely?

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20:30
10h 33m, 3 change
Lancaster
07:03
+1
Ely
Northern
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20:30
11h 23m, 2 change
Lancaster
07:53
+1
Ely
NorthernLNER
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21:25
10h 28m, 3 change
Lancaster
07:53
+1
Ely
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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23:26
10h 26m, 3 change
Lancaster
09:52
+1
Ely
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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05:45
4h 59m, 3 change
Lancaster
10:44
Ely
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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06:48
4h 58m, 2 change
Lancaster
11:46
Paris
NorthernLNER
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Explore the cheapest prices to Ely from Lancaster this week
Typical ticket prices between Lancaster and Ely are around AED 176.02, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!
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Sun19Apr
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Mon20Apr
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