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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Ely (ELY)

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32

train journeys
per day

160

miles (257 kms)

3hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Ely , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Ely is approximately 160 miles (257 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 39 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Ely.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Ely Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:07
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:26
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:26
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:53
    4 hrs 2 changes
    10:53
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:54
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:24
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:37
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:41
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:53
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:50
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:53
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:23
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    16:53
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:18
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:23
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:52
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    17:53
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    18:26
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:54
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:53
    Cardiff Central
    Ely
    Cardiff Central to Ely

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Ely Station

Station name Ely (ELY)
Address Ely station, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Ely

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Ely can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Ely. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Ely.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Ely, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.