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The average train between Plymouth and Ely takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 43m. 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.

5h 19m
Duration
297 mi
Distance
£154
Average price
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Frequency

Plymouth to Ely train times

Trains run hourly between Plymouth and Ely. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, 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 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern5h 8m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 43m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern5h 8m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 43m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern5h 8m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 43m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern5h 8m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern4h 48m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

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  • Distance: 297 mi
  • Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Ely, England?

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.

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