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Trains from Ely (ELY) to Retford

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20

train journeys
per day

81

miles (131 kms)

1hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

00:25 / 00:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ely (ELY) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Ely and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ely to Retford is approximately 81 miles (131 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 31 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ely to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Ely to Retford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:25
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:12
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    07:55
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:41
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    14:48
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:51
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    16:43
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:51
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:15
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:53
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    19:28
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:15
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:15
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    23:02
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:17
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    23:14
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:45
    7 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    Ely
    Retford
    Ely to Retford

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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ely and Retford

The travel time between Ely and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ely and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:35.

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Amenities on trains between Ely and Retford 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 & Retford. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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