The average train between Halifax and Ely takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax 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 Halifax and Ely. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Halifax is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Ely at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 57m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Halifax 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 Halifax to Ely. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Ely station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.
Halifax to Ely train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Ely train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Halifax to Ely train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Halifax and Ely is 203.4 km. The road distance is 258 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Ely via Leeds and Peterborough in around 3h 48m.