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Trains from Ely (ELY) to Derby (DBY)

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31

train journeys
per day

81

miles (130 kms)

2hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

06:12 / 00:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ely (ELY) to Derby (DBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Ely and Derby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ely to Derby is approximately 81 miles (130 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 35 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Derby.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ely to Derby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Ely to Derby Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:12
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    08:30
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:49
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    09:23
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:30
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:49
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    10:23
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    10:30
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:53
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    11:23
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    11:29
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:53
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    12:22
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:28
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:51
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    13:23
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    13:28
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:51
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    14:22
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    14:28
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:50
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    15:22
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:28
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:51
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    16:22
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    16:28
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:50
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    17:23
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    17:28
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:51
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    18:22
    Ely
    Derby
    Ely to Derby

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

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ely and Derby

The travel time between Ely and Derby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ely and Derby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:35.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ely & Derby. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Derby.

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