The cheapest and fastest trains from Waterbeach to Ely
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waterbeach to Ely is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Waterbeach to Ely will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 5 trains that leave Waterbeach for Ely every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 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 Waterbeach to Ely
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waterbeach to Ely among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 15 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Waterbeach to Ely train times
The table below shows live departures for Waterbeach to Ely trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:27 Waterbeach | 0h09 | 00:36 Ely | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:51 Waterbeach | 0h09 | 06:00 Ely | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:58 Waterbeach | 0h22 | 06:20 Ely | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:24 Waterbeach | 0h09 | 06:33 Ely | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:54 Waterbeach | 0h09 | 07:03 Ely | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Waterbeach to Ely by train or coach
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Why should you book Waterbeach to Ely trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Northern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Northern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Waterbeach to Ely.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Waterbeach to Ely.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Waterbeach to Ely.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Waterbeach to Ely
Trains from Waterbeach to Ely run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 9m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Great Northern, Greater Anglia from Waterbeach to Ely trainsGreat Northern, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Waterbeach and Ely from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Waterbeach to Ely train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waterbeach to Ely 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 Ely, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Waterbeach and Ely
- 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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