The average train between Bury and Ely takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Bury to Ely. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bury and Ely. The earliest departure is at 12:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Bury is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Ely at 8:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bury to Ely? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bury to Ely. However, there are services departing from Bury station and arriving at Ely station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Bury to Ely train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bury to Ely train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Ely station.
The distance between Bury and Ely is 217.3 km. The road distance is 317 km.
You can take a vehicle from Bury to Ely via Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Nuneaton in around 5h 6m.