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Trains from Ely (ELY) to Cambridge (CBG)

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31

train journeys
per day

14

miles (23 kms)

45 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:35

first / last train

3

direct trains

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ely (ELY) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Ely and Cambridge , with 3 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ely to Cambridge is approximately 14 miles (23 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 8 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Cambridge.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ely to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 45 mins.

Journeys from Ely to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:15
    45 mins Direct
    01:00
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:25
    55 mins Direct
    01:20
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:12
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:05
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    10:19
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:31
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    10:41
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:05
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    11:19
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:32
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    12:41
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:05
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    13:19
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:41
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:00
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:50
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:41
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:00
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    15:19
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:31
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    16:40
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:50
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:41
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:00
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    17:19
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:51
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    17:41
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:50
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Ely
    Cambridge
    Ely to Cambridge

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

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ely and Cambridge

The travel time between Ely and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ely and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:35.

First class tickets on trains between Ely and Cambridge typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 3 direct services per day from Ely to Cambridge

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Cambridge.

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