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Trains from Ely (ELY) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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14

train journeys
per day

159

miles (256 kms)

5hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

06:12 / 23:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Ely (ELY) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Ely and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ely to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 159 miles (256 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 7 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ely to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Ely to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:12
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    13:37
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    14:23
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    15:37
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:23
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    17:37
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    18:38
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    19:38
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    21:08
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:15
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    21:38
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:15
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    23:08
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:15
    10 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    05:30
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:17
    10 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    07:39
    Ely
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ely to Cardiff Queen Street

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 Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ely and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Ely and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ely and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:44.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ely & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Cardiff Queen Street.

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