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Trains from London Waterloo to Ely (ELY)

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69

train journeys
per day

63

miles (102 kms)

1hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

03:17 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

7

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 69 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Ely , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 69 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Ely is approximately 63 miles (102 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 8 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Ely Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:17
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    06:11
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:51
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    06:53
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:02
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    07:11
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:32
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    07:28
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:57
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:02
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:14
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    08:25
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:37
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    08:55
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:02
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:34
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    09:26
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:04
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    09:53
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:05
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:34
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:26
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:04
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:53
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:05
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:34
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    11:25
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    11:54
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:05
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    London Waterloo
    Ely
    London Waterloo to Ely

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 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 London Waterloo and Ely

The travel time between London Waterloo and Ely 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 1hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 69 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo 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 London Waterloo & Ely. owever, there are 69 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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