The average train between Plymouth and Ely takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Ely. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Ely at 7:03 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Ely. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Ely station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.
Plymouth to Ely train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Ely train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ely station.
Book your Plymouth to Ely train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and Great Northern.
The distance between Plymouth and Ely is 379.8 km. The road distance is 478 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Ely via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 57m.