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Leicester to Ely train route details
First train
06:15
Last train
21:18
Journey time
1h 30m
Distance
61 miles
Price
€11.71*
What are the next train times from Leicester to Ely?
Discover all upcoming Leicester to Ely services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
09:14 Leicester | 10:47 Ely |  | Find Tickets |
10:15 Leicester | 11:45 Ely | | Find Tickets |
11:13 Leicester | 12:45 Ely | | Find Tickets |
12:12 Leicester | 13:45 Ely | | Find Tickets |
13:13 Leicester | 14:46 Ely | | Find Tickets |
14:12 Leicester | 15:46 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Ely from Leicester this week
Ticket prices for Leicester to Ely typically cost around €11.71, 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 Leicester to Ely
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 Leicester to Ely more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Leicester and Ely 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.
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
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
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
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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