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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Ely (ELY)

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17

train journeys
per day

217

miles (349 kms)

4hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Ely , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Ely is approximately 217 miles (349 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 45 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Ely.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Ely Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:19
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:32
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:49
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:25
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:35
    5 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    13:20
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:52
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:23
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:35
    5 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    16:14
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:52
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    16:53
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:53
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:55
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    18:49
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    19:37
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:52
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:54
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    21:49
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:24
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    22:12
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:30
    10 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    07:02
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:04
    10 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    08:12
    Carlisle
    Ely
    Carlisle to Ely

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
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 Carlisle and Ely

The travel time between Carlisle and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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Amenities on trains between Carlisle 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 Carlisle & Ely. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Ely.

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