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Edinburgh to Ely train route details

First train
First train
05:50
Last train
Last train
22:00
Departure city
Departure city
Edinburgh
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
4h 26m
Distance
Distance
455 km
Price
Price
AU$ 49.68*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, LNER

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05:50
4h 57m, 2 change
Waverley
10:47
Ely
LNER
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06:30
4h 49m, 1 change
Waverley
11:19
Ely
LNEREast Midlands Railway
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07:00
4h 45m, 3 change
Waverley
11:45
Ely
LNER
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07:30
4h 49m, 1 change
Waverley
12:19
Ely
LNEREast Midlands Railway
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08:00
4h 45m, 2 change
Waverley
12:45
Ely
LNER
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08:30
4h 49m, 1 change
Waverley
13:19
Paris
LNEREast Midlands Railway
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Typical ticket prices between Edinburgh and Ely are around AU$ 49.68, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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