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Birmingham to Ely train route details

First train
First train
06:22
Last train
Last train
20:22
Departure city
Departure city
Birmingham
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
3h 53m
Distance
Distance
147 km
Price
Price
US$13.17*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry

What are the next train times from Birmingham to Ely?

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06:22
3h 53m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
10:15
Ely
CrossCountry
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07:22
3h 46m, 2 change
Birmingham New Street
11:08
Ely
CrossCountry
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07:22
3h 53m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
11:15
Ely
CrossCountry
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08:22
3h 46m, 2 change
Birmingham New Street
12:08
Ely
CrossCountry
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08:22
3h 53m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
12:15
Ely
CrossCountry
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09:22
3h 46m, 2 change
Birmingham New Street
13:08
Paris
CrossCountry
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Explore the cheapest prices to Ely from Birmingham this week

Fares from Birmingham to Ely usually average around US$13.17, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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    Travelodge Hotel - Ely
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How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Ely

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