The average train between Stoke-on-Trent and Ely takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Ely. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stoke-on-Trent is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Ely at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to Ely. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent station and arriving at Ely station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Stoke-on-Trent to Ely train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.
Stoke-on-Trent to Ely train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Stoke-on-Trent to Ely train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Ely is 178.1 km. The road distance is 241 km.
You can take a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Ely via Nuneaton in around 3h 18m.