The average train between Hook and Ely takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is an hourly train service from Hook 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 Hook and Ely. The earliest departure is at 5:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hook is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Ely at 7:03 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hook 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 Hook to Ely. However, there are services departing from Hook station and arriving at Ely station via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Hook to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Hook station.
Hook to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Hook to Ely train tickets online with South Western Railway, London Underground (Tube) and Great Northern.
The distance between Hook and Ely is 149.8 km. The road distance is 185 km.
You can take a train from Hook to Ely via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 2h 56m.