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Trains from Southampton Central to Ely (ELY)

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22

train journeys
per day

125

miles (201 kms)

5hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Ely , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Ely is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 31 mins.

South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Great Northern, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Ely.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Ely Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:15
    5 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    10:51
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    5 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    5 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    13:49
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:31
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    5 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    14:49
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    5 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    16:31
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    5 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    16:53
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    17:56
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    18:49
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    19:37
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:13
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    20:31
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    5 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    20:49
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:13
    5 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    21:49
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:15
    5 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    22:52
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:28
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    00:01
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:28
    10 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:15
    10 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    07:02
    Southampton Central
    Ely
    Southampton Central to Ely

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Southampton Central and Ely

The travel time between Southampton Central and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:33.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central & Ely. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Great Northern, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Ely.

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