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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Ely (ELY)

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20

train journeys
per day

60

miles (98 kms)

1hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

00:44 / 00:02

first / last train

17

direct trains

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Ely , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Ely is approximately 60 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 26 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Ely Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:44
    6 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    07:02
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 38 mins Direct
    07:53
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:14
    1 hrs 38 mins Direct
    08:52
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    09:52
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:14
    1 hrs 37 mins Direct
    10:51
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    11:49
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    12:49
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:12
    1 hrs 37 mins Direct
    13:49
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    14:49
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:12
    1 hrs 37 mins Direct
    15:49
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:12
    1 hrs 41 mins Direct
    16:53
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:12
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    17:56
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:13
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    18:49
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:56
    1 hrs 41 mins Direct
    19:37
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:17
    1 hrs 35 mins Direct
    19:52
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:16
    1 hrs 33 mins Direct
    20:49
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:15
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    21:49
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:16
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    22:52
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:06
    7 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:49
    7 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    07:02
    Leicester
    Ely
    Leicester to Ely

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

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 Leicester and Ely

The travel time between Leicester and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Leicester to Ely

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

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