Train Derby to Ely from £74 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Derby and Ely takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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.

2h 18m
Duration: 112 mi
Distance: £74
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

Train via Leicester

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2h 44m

£54–87

Derby to Ely train times

Trains run hourly between Derby and Ely. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Ely at 10:52 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, April 30, 2026

5:30 AM → 7:53 AM
2h 23m • 1 change
6:28 AM → 8:52 AM
2h 24m • 1 change
7:32 AM → 9:52 AM
2h 19m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 10:47 AM
2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, May 1, 2026

5:30 AM → 7:53 AM
2h 23m • 1 change
6:28 AM → 8:52 AM
2h 24m • 1 change
7:32 AM → 9:52 AM
2h 19m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 10:47 AM
2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, May 2, 2026

4:58 AM → 7:53 AM
2h 55m • 1 change
6:29 AM → 8:46 AM
2h 16m • 1 change
7:32 AM → 9:52 AM
2h 20m • 1 change
8:32 AM → 10:44 AM
2h 12m • 1 change
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