The average train between Hertford East and Ely takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. There is an hourly train service from Hertford East 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 Hertford East and Ely. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertford East is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Ely at 5:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Broxbourne and take an average of 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 42m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hertford East 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 Hertford East to Ely. However, there are services departing from Broxbourne station and arriving at Ely station via Cambridge station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.
Hertford East to Ely train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Broxbourne station.
Hertford East to Ely train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Ely station.
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The distance between Hertford East and Ely is 70.6 km. The road distance is 80 km.
You can take a train from Hertford East to Ely via Broxbourne and Cambridge in around 1h 57m.