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Lancaster to Ely train route details

First train
09:45

Last train
22:29

Journey time
4h 23m

Distance
171 miles

Price
€164.47*
What are the next train times from Lancaster to Ely?
Discover all upcoming Lancaster 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
12:28 Lancaster | 16:52 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:29 Lancaster | 17:52 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:44 Lancaster | 18:19 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:27 Lancaster | 18:52 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:29 Lancaster | 19:52 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:53 Lancaster | 20:29 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Ely

Group travel deals
Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Lancaster to Ely more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.

Split Tickets discount
While it may sound surprising, splitting your route into smaller segments and purchasing separate low-cost tickets can greatly reduce the overall fare, all without changing seats. The best part is that Trip.com does all the splitting and organising for you, removing any need for time-consuming research on your end.

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
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
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours

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.












