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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watlington to Ely
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Watlington to Ely and enjoy the approximately 32 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
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 32 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
First train 00:24 |
Last train 23:55 |
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 Watlington to Ely trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Watlington and Ely. 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
25m
Cheapest Price
£10
Great Northern frequency
3 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: Watlington to Ely train
FAQs: Travel by train from Watlington to Ely 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 Watlington to Ely.
To fully explore Ely, a visit of 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient. This allows time to visit key attractions such as Ely Cathedral, the Oliver Cromwell's House, and the Ely Museum, as well as enjoying the scenic riverside walks.
Booking trains from Watlington to Ely in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Watlington and Ely. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Northern.
The train distance from Watlington to Ely is 32 km.
The train station in Watlington that goes to Ely is Watlington station (WTG), and it arrives at Ely station (ELY).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Watlington to Ely.
The first train from Watlington to Ely leaves at 0:24.
Yes, you can take the train from Watlington to Ely.
The last train from Watlington to Ely departs at 23:55.
Trains from Watlington to Ely run approximately 2 times per day.
To travel from Watlington to Ely, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Watlington to Ely.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Watlington and Ely
Watlington
Ely
The major train station for departures in Watlington is Watlington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Watlington for your trip from Watlington to Ely.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Help Point.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Car park area
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Ely is Ely. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ely for your journey to Ely from Watlington.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParking
DiningAccessibility
WC
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike 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
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