The average train between Windermere and Ely takes 6h 58m and the fastest train takes 5h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Windermere 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 Windermere and Ely. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Ely at 11:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 6h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 32m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Windermere 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 Windermere to Ely. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at Ely station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.
Windermere to Ely train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Windermere to Ely train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Windermere to Ely train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Windermere and Ely is 304.3 km. The road distance is 395 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to Ely via Oxenholme Lake District and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 43m.