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Trains from Manchester Stations to Ely (ELY)

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33

train journeys
per day

128

miles (207 kms)

3hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

00:01 / 00:53

first / last train

10

direct trains

7

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Ely , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Ely is approximately 128 miles (207 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 22 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Ely.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Ely Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:01
    7 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    07:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:42
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    07:53
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:22
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:05
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    09:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    3 hrs 36 mins Direct
    11:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:43
    3 hrs 30 mins Direct
    12:13
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    12:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:43
    3 hrs 37 mins Direct
    13:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    13:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:43
    3 hrs 30 mins Direct
    14:13
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    14:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:43
    3 hrs 30 mins Direct
    15:13
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    15:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:43
    3 hrs 31 mins Direct
    16:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    16:53
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:13
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:43
    3 hrs 34 mins Direct
    18:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Ely
    Manchester Piccadilly to Ely

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
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 Manchester Stations and Ely

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Ely

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Ely.

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