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Brighton to Ely train prices and times

Planning a journey from Brighton to Ely? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £24.70, with average prices for this route around £60.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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09:09
3h 33m, No direct
Brighton
12:42
Ely
Gatwick ExpressGreat NorthernGreater Anglia
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09:44
3h 58m, No direct
Brighton
13:42
Ely
ThameslinkGreat NorthernGreater Anglia
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10:09
3h 33m, No direct
Brighton
13:42
Ely
Gatwick ExpressGreat NorthernGreater Anglia
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10:44
3h 58m, No direct
Brighton
14:42
Ely
ThameslinkGreat NorthernGreater Anglia
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11:09
3h 33m, No direct
Brighton
14:42
Ely
Gatwick ExpressGreat NorthernGreater Anglia
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11:44
3h 58m, No direct
Brighton
15:42
Paris
ThameslinkGreat NorthernGreater Anglia
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Brighton to Ely train route details

First train
First train
00:02
Last train
Last train
22:56
Departure station
Departure station
Brighton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
3h 33m
Distance
Distance
110 miles
Price
Price
£24.70*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Brighton to Ely

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Brighton to Ely can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Brighton to Ely for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Brighton to Ely, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Brighton to Ely ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.