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Lancaster to Ely train route details

First train
First train
15:53
Last train
Last train
22:27
Departure city
Departure city
Lancaster
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
4h 36m
Distance
Distance
171 miles
Price
Price
SEK 445.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

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15:53
4h 36m, 3 change
Lancaster
20:29
Ely
NorthernLNER
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16:27
4h 25m, 2 change
Lancaster
20:52
Ely
TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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17:29
4h 23m, 2 change
Lancaster
21:52
Ely
TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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17:29
4h 50m, 1 change
Lancaster
22:19
Ely
TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railway
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18:29
4h 23m, 2 change
Lancaster
22:52
Ely
TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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20:19
10h 44m, 3 change
Lancaster
07:03
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Northern
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Ticket prices for Lancaster to Ely typically cost around SEK 445.00, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
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