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The cheapest and fastest trains from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY)
Showing times and prices for 04 Dec
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
73 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Fast trains
To travel from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) you need to make at least one change.
08:281h25
Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)09:53Ely station (ELY)
£321One-way
1 change
14:281h25
Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)15:53Ely station (ELY)
£321One-way
1 change
15:281h25
Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)16:53Ely station (ELY)
£321One-way
1 change
19:281h25
Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)20:53Ely station (ELY)
£321One-way
1 change
20:281h25
Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)21:53Ely station (ELY)
£321One-way
1 change
18:281h14
Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)19:42Ely station (ELY)
£331One-way
1 change
21:581h15
Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)23:13Ely station (ELY)
£331One-way
1 change
07:581h16
Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)09:14Ely station (ELY)
£451One-way
1 change
08:581h16
Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)10:14Ely station (ELY)
£451One-way
1 change
09:581h16
Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)11:14Ely station (ELY)
£451One-way
1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY)
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Trains from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 14m.
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 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 05:58 |
Last train 23:58 |
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: Thameslink, Great Northern from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) trainsThameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) and Ely station (ELY) from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
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
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
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
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£33
Great Northern frequency
10 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: Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (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 station (ELY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Ely offers a pleasant rural landscape, passing through picturesque countryside, charming villages, and fields, though it is not typically considered among the most scenic routes in the UK.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Welwyn Garden City to Ely. The journey takes 1h 14m and covers a distance of 73 km. Trains run with a frequency of 10 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) is by train, costing approximately £33.
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £41.
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) is 73 km.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) departs at 23:58.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) covers a distance of 73 km and takes approximately 1h 14m. Trains run 10 per day.
To travel from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY), you can take a train.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) leaves at 5:58.
Trains from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY) run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY).
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY).
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to Ely station (ELY).
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Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) and Ely station (ELY)
Welwyn Garden City
Ely
The major train station for departures in Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your trip from Welwyn Garden City to Ely.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
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 Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket 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
Most popular train connections from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
Most popular trains to and from Ely station (ELY) and Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
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