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The average train between Ely and Carlisle takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 18m
Duration
282 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Ely to Peterboroughtrain train
  2. Take the train from Peterborough to Newcastletrain train
  3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain train
5h 7m
£98–152

Ely to Carlisle train times

Trains run hourly between Ely and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited10h • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 36m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 36m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 36m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 36m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 48m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ely to Carlisle? 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.

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  • Distance: 281.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Ely, England and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Ely to Carlisle via Peterborough and Newcastle in around 5h 7m.

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