- Distance: 14.7 mi
- Duration: 16 min
The average train between Cambridge and Ely takes 16 min and the fastest train takes 14 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Cambridge 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 every 20 minutes between Cambridge and Ely. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Ely at 12:05 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 16 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Ely station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.
Cambridge to Ely train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Ely train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Cambridge to Ely train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Northern and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Cambridge and Ely is 24.3 km. The road distance is 24 km.
Great Northern operates a train from Cambridge to Ely hourly. Tickets cost £7–17 and the journey takes 18 min. Two other operators also service this route.
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