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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ely to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ely to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ely to Cambridge will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ely for Cambridge every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ely to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ely to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 24 km
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Live departures
Ely to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Ely to Cambridge trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:27 Ely | 0h12 | 07:39 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:50 Ely | 0h15 | 08:05 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ely to Cambridge
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Trains from Ely to Cambridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 12m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Cross Country from Ely to Cambridge trainsCrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Cross Country trains will get you between Ely and Cambridge from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Ely to Cambridge
There are three networks that operate trains from Ely to Cambridge: Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern and CrossCountry. Trains depart from Ely in the morning just before 6:00 a.m. with between 5 and 7 trains scheduled to run each hour throughout the day. The final train leaves shortly after 11:30 p.m. Journey time takes between 15 and 25 minutes to cover the 17 mile distance and requires no changes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Ely to Cambridge?
Departure Station: Ely Station, Station Road in Cambridgeshire is on the Fen and Breckland Lines. Walking into the town centre takes about 10 minutes. Buses and taxis are available from the station, as well as a cycle hire service.
Arrival Station: Cambridge Railway Station is situated on Station Road, just off Hills Road and is approximately 1 mile south-east of Cambridge city centre. It takes about a 30-minute walk to reach the main shops and colleges. There are Stagecoach buses that leave from the station and travel into the city, as well as a taxi from outside the entrance.
FAQs: Ely to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ely to Cambridge by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ely and Cambridge
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on all platforms and open when the station is staffed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: There is a waiting room on platform 1 and a waiting room on platforms 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In station car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at station entrance
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HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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