The average train between Ely and Stoke-on-Trent takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely to Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Ely and Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Stoke-on-Trent at 11:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ely to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Ely to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.
Book your Ely to Stoke-on-Trent train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Ely and Stoke-on-Trent is 178.1 km. The road distance is 241 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Stoke-on-Trent via Nuneaton in around 3h 11m.