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Trains from Retford to Ely (ELY)

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23

train journeys
per day

81

miles (131 kms)

1hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Retford to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Ely , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Ely is approximately 81 miles (131 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 42 mins.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Ely.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Retford to Ely Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:50
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    07:53
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    08:30
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:17
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    11:19
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    12:13
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:41
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    13:20
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:40
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    14:13
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:39
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    15:13
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:43
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    16:14
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:53
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:12
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:41
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    18:17
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:44
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    19:19
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:12
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    19:34
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:41
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    20:13
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:30
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    21:49
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:18
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    22:12
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:32
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    00:23
    Retford
    Ely
    Retford to Ely

About Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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 Unavailable

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 Retford and Ely

The travel time between Retford and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Retford 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 Retford & Ely. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Ely.

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