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Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Ely (ELY)

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32

train journeys
per day

99

miles (159 kms)

2hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

04:58 / 00:37

first / last train

12

direct trains

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Sheffield and Ely , with 12 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sheffield to Ely is approximately 99 miles (159 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 44 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sheffield to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Sheffield to Ely Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    07:53
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:42
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:12
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:52
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:05
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    2 hrs 35 mins Direct
    09:17
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:21
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:44
    2 hrs 29 mins Direct
    10:13
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:11
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:40
    2 hrs 39 mins Direct
    11:19
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:40
    2 hrs 33 mins Direct
    12:13
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:13
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:11
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    2 hrs 40 mins Direct
    13:20
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:40
    2 hrs 33 mins Direct
    14:13
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:40
    2 hrs 33 mins Direct
    15:13
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:11
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:40
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    16:14
    Sheffield
    Ely
    Sheffield to Ely

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
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 Sheffield and Ely

The travel time between Sheffield and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sheffield and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 12 direct services per day from Sheffield to Ely

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

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