The average train between Windsor and Ely takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is an hourly train service from Windsor 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 Windsor and Ely. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windsor is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Ely at 7:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Vauxhall and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Windsor 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 Windsor to Ely. However, there are services departing from Windsor station and arriving at Ely station via Vauxhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Windsor to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Windsor & Eton Riverside station.
Windsor to Ely train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Windsor to Ely train tickets online with South Western Railway, London Underground (Tube) and Great Northern.
The distance between Windsor and Ely is 117.8 km. The road distance is 159 km.
You can take a train from Windsor & Eton Riverside to Ely via Vauxhall, Vauxhall station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 36m.