The average train between Hitchin and Ely takes 1h 5m and the fastest train takes 57 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Hitchin 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 every 30 minutes between Hitchin and Ely. The earliest departure is at 12:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Hitchin is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Ely at 12:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 6m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Hitchin 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 Hitchin to Ely. However, there are services departing from Hitchin station and arriving at Ely station via Cambridge station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.
Hitchin to Ely train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Hitchin station.
Hitchin to Ely train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Ely station.
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The distance between Hitchin and Ely is 62.4 km. The road distance is 70 km.
You can take a train from Hitchin to Ely via Cambridge in around 1h 2m.