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Birmingham to Ely train route details

First train
First train
11:22
Last train
Last train
20:22
Departure city
Departure city
Birmingham
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
2h 23m
Distance
Distance
147 km
Price
Price
RUB 991.50*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry

What are the next train times from Birmingham to Ely?

Discover all upcoming Birmingham to Ely services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
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11:22
3h 58m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
15:20
Ely
CrossCountry
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12:22
3h 58m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
16:20
Ely
CrossCountry
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13:22
3h 58m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
17:20
Ely
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14:22
3h 58m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
18:20
Ely
CrossCountry
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15:22
3h 58m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
19:20
Ely
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16:22
3h 53m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
20:15
Paris
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Fares from Birmingham to Ely usually average around RUB 991.50, 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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How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Ely

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Birmingham and Ely on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Book in advance

Save up to 61% on your journey from Birmingham to Ely by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

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