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Lancaster to Ely train route details

First train
05:13

Last train
22:27

Journey time
4h 36m

Distance
171 miles

Price
€40.85*
What are the next train times from Lancaster to Ely?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Lancaster 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
05:13 Lancaster | 09:52 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:51 Lancaster | 10:47 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:28 Lancaster | 11:19 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:00 Lancaster | 11:45 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:25 Lancaster | 12:19 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:58 Lancaster | 12:45 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Ely from Lancaster this week
Ticket prices for Lancaster to Ely typically cost around €40.85, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Ely

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.

Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Lancaster and Ely - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.

Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Lancaster to Ely by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
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

Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations

First Class tickets
First Class tickets offer a more premium travel experience, typically including wider seats, extra space, quieter coaches, and complimentary refreshments on many services for added comfort

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.














