The average train between Colchester and Ely takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 17m. There is at least one train per day from Colchester 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 once daily between Colchester and Ely. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colchester is at 9:25 AM which arrives into Ely at 10:52 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester station and arriving at Ely station. Services depart once daily, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.
Colchester to Ely train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.
Colchester to Ely train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ely station.
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The distance between Colchester and Ely is 71.7 km. The road distance is 109 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Ely once daily. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 17m.