The average train between Cannock and Ely takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Cannock to Ely. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cannock and Ely. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cannock is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Ely at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cannock to Ely. However, there are services departing from Cannock station and arriving at Ely station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Cannock to Ely train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Cannock station.
Cannock to Ely train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Cannock to Ely train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Cannock and Ely is 158.4 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Cannock to Ely via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 47m.