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Trains from Ely (ELY) to Leicester (LEI)

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21

train journeys
per day

60

miles (98 kms)

1hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 23:56

first / last train

16

direct trains

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ely (ELY) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Ely and Leicester , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ely to Leicester is approximately 60 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 20 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Leicester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ely to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Ely to Leicester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    1 hrs 35 mins Direct
    07:05
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:12
    1 hrs 37 mins Direct
    07:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:12
    1 hrs 37 mins Direct
    08:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    09:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    10:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    11:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    12:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    13:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    14:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:51
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    16:10
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:53
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    16:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    17:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    18:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    19:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    20:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    21:49
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:17
    1 hrs 38 mins Direct
    22:55
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    01:25
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:18
    7 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    06:36
    Ely
    Leicester
    Ely to Leicester

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 Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ely and Leicester

The travel time between Ely and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ely and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Ely to Leicester

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Leicester.

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