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Trip Overview

The average train between Ely and Manchester Piccadilly Station takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Ely to Manchester Piccadilly Station. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 46m
Duration
164 mi
Distance
£90
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Ely to Manchester Piccadilly Station train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Ely and Manchester Piccadilly Station. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 5:53 PM which arrives into Manchester Piccadilly Station at 9:35 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 3h 42m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 50m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 45m • Direct
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    train train 3h 45m • Direct
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    train train 3h 45m • Direct
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    train train 3h 48m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Ely to Manchester Piccadilly Station.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 164.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Ely, England and Manchester Piccadilly Station, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Ely to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 3h 47m.

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