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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Ely
Cheapest price
£210
Average price
£210
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Ely is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Ely will cost around £210 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £210.
Of the 1 trains that leave York for Ely every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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 York to Ely
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Ely among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 195 km
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£92 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 14m Average total duration 10h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
York to Ely train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Ely trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:32 York | 2h47 | 10:19 Ely | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Ely
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Ely run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 21:46 |
Train companies: LNER, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains from York to Ely trainsLNER, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between York and Ely from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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FAQs: York to Ely train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in York and Ely
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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Information Desk- 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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