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Train Tickets to Ely

Cambridge to Ely

14m

From

INR 363.89

London Kings Cross to Ely

1h 9m

From

INR 2,192.98

Cambridge North to Ely

11m

From

INR 456.42

Train travel to Ely guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Ely Station opened on July 30, 1845, and was designed by the renowned British railway architect Francis Thompson (who also created other stations such as Holywell Junction, Conway and Bangor). The station has three platforms and is served by four railway companies: Great Northern, Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, and East Midlands railway, which operate routes to popular destinations like Cambridge, Birmingham and Manchester.

Just a 10 to 15-minute walk from the station brings you to some of Ely’s most significant attractions. Ely Cathedral, known for its stunning Norman and Gothic architecture, is a prominent landmark featuring impressive towers and intricate stained glass. Nearby, Oliver Cromwell's House offers a glimpse into 17th-century life, providing exhibits on Cromwell’s role in British history and artifacts from the period.

Which train companies run trains to Ely?

CrossCountry, Great Northern and Greater Anglia offer services to and from Ely, serving various UK locations. Prices and durations can vary depending on your travel time.

What are Ely's opening hours?

Ely is typically open from 0:01 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though this is subject to change for reasons such as technical issues. We recommend verifying these hours before your journey to ensure a smooth experience.

Pick up & drop off at Ely

Ely offers easy access with dedicated parking and pick-up/drop-off zones.

Connectivity of the Ely?

Popular destinations offering trains to and from Ely include Cambridge, London, London Kings Cross, Norwich and Cambridge North. Regular buses and taxis will be available at the station for onward travel, also. We recommend checking for availability prior to your journey.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Ely live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Ely, check now to plan your next journey.

Departures
Arrivals

Train	Time	Duration	Train Operator	Status
Ely to Kings Lynn	16:34	34m	Great Northern	Exp. 16:50
Ely to Norwich	16:43	1h	Greater Anglia	On time
Ely to Liverpool Lime Street	16:48	4h 42m	East Midlands Railway	On time
Ely to Stansted Airport	16:54	58m	CrossCountry	On time
Ely to Peterborough	17:00	40m	Greater Anglia	On time

Train	Time	Duration	Train Operator	Status
London Kings Cross to Ely	16:33	1h 26m	Great Northern	Exp. 16:49
Stansted Airport to Ely	16:42	56m	Greater Anglia	On time
Norwich to Ely	16:42	56m	East Midlands Railway	On time
Birmingham New Street to Ely	16:52	2h 30m	CrossCountry	On time
Ipswich to Ely	16:59	59m	Greater Anglia	On time