Ely to Peterborough train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ely to Peterborough

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

32 m

Average duration

35 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ely to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ely to Peterborough will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Ely for Peterborough every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 37 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.

CrossCountry
13:150h34
Ely
13:49Peterborough
£91One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
17:150h36
Ely
17:51Peterborough
£91One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
16:530h32
Ely
17:25Peterborough
£121One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
17:520h37
Ely
18:29Peterborough
£121One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Ely to Peterborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ely to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £19.

Distance: 39 km

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£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£19

Average Price

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 50m

Average total duration

1h 20m

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Ely to Peterborough train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:40
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
east_midlands_railway07:53 Ely
0h34
08:27 Peterborough0 changesdirect
cross_country08:15 Ely
0h34
08:49 Peterborough0 changesdirect
cross_country15:15 Ely
0h36
15:51 Peterborough0 changesdirect
cross_country20:17 Ely
0h35
20:52 Peterborough0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ely to Peterborough

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Trains from Ely to Peterborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
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
39 km
Average train duration
36m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
32m
First train
03:55
Last train
22:25
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: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Ely to Peterborough trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Ely and Peterborough from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£6
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
£9
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£19
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
£20
east_midlands_trains frequency
9 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
£33
Cross Country frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Ely to Peterborough train

FAQs: Travel by train from Ely to Peterborough easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ely to Peterborough.
FAQs
The train distance from Ely to Peterborough is 39 km.
Booking trains from Ely to Peterborough 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 Peterborough covers a distance of 39 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Ely to Peterborough leaves at 3:55.
The cost of a train ticket from Ely to Peterborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £11.
Yes, there is a direct train between Ely and Peterborough. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country.
The last train from Ely to Peterborough departs at 22:25.
Trains from Ely to Peterborough run approximately 5 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Ely to Peterborough is by train, costing approximately £6.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Ely to Peterborough.
There is no night train service from Ely to Peterborough.
The train station in Ely that goes to Peterborough is Ely station (ELY), and it arrives at Peterborough station (PBO).
To get from Ely to Peterborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, you can take the train from Ely to Peterborough.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ely and Peterborough

Ely
Peterborough
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 Peterborough.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
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
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
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a waiting room on platform 1 and a waiting room on platforms 2 and 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: In station car park
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
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

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