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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ely to Canterbury
Showing times and prices for 15 Nov
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
137 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ely to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ely to Canterbury will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Fast trains
To travel from Ely to Canterbury you need to make at least one change.
05:172h17
Ely07:34Canterbury
£831One-way
1 change
06:182h16
Ely08:34Canterbury
£831One-way
1 change
07:182h16
Ely09:34Canterbury
£831One-way
1 change
08:182h16
Ely10:34Canterbury
£831One-way
1 change
09:182h16
Ely11:34Canterbury
£831One-way
1 change
06:182h16
Ely08:34Canterbury
£831One-way
1 change
07:182h16
Ely09:34Canterbury
£831One-way
1 change
08:182h16
Ely10:34Canterbury
£831One-way
1 change
09:182h16
Ely11:34Canterbury
£831One-way
1 change
10:182h16
Ely12:34Canterbury
£831One-way
1 change
Live departures
Ely to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Ely to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 09:40
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:17 Ely | 2h17 | 07:34 Canterbury | 1 change | |
| 06:18 Ely | 2h16 | 08:34 Canterbury | 1 change | |
| 07:18 Ely | 2h16 | 09:34 Canterbury | 1 change | |
| 08:18 Ely | 2h16 | 10:34 Canterbury | 1 change | |
| 09:18 Ely | 2h16 | 11:34 Canterbury | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ely to Canterbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ely to Canterbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £83 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 2h 16m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 21:47 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Northern from Ely to Canterbury trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Ely and Canterbury from £83. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 16m
Cheapest Price
£83
Great Northern frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Ely to Canterbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ely to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Canterbury's historic sites, such as Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey, and the Canterbury Roman Museum, a visit of two to three days is recommended.
The cheapest way to get from Ely to Canterbury is by train, costing approximately £83.
The train distance from Ely to Canterbury is 137 km.
In Canterbury, you can explore the historic streets on a guided walking tour, enjoy a punting tour on the River Stour, and visit the Canterbury Tales attraction. Attend a performance at The Marlowe Theatre or discover the local food scene on a culinary tour. Key sights include the Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey, the Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, the Canterbury Roman Museum, and Westgate Gardens.
The last train from Ely to Canterbury departs at 21:47.
The cost of a train ticket from Ely to Canterbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £83, while the average price tends to be around £83.
There is no night train service from Ely to Canterbury.
To travel from Ely to Canterbury, you can take a train.
Booking trains from Ely to Canterbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ely to Canterbury covers a distance of 137 km and takes approximately 2h 16m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Ely that goes to Canterbury is Ely station (ELY), and it arrives at Canterbury West (CBW).
The first train from Ely to Canterbury leaves at 5:16.
Trains from Ely to Canterbury run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ely to Canterbury.
Yes, you can take the train from Ely to Canterbury.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ely to Canterbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ely and Canterbury
Ely
Canterbury
The major train station for departures in Ely is Ely. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ely for your trip from Ely to Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a waiting room on platform 1 and a waiting room on platforms 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In station car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Ely
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Canterbury is Canterbury East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury East for your journey to Canterbury from Ely.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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