The average train between Kendal and Ely takes 7h 7m and the fastest train takes 5h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal 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 4 hours between Kendal and Ely. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Ely at 8:52 AM. All services require a transfer at New Street and take an average of 7h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 38m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kendal 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 Kendal to Ely. However, there are services departing from Carnforth station and arriving at Ely station via Leeds station and Peterborough station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.
Kendal to Ely train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carnforth station.
Kendal to Ely train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ely station.
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The distance between Kendal and Ely is 292.9 km. The road distance is 343 km.
You can take a bus from Weavers Court to Ely via New Street, Carnforth, Leeds, and Peterborough in around 6h 30m.