The average train between Dundee and Ely takes 7h and the fastest train takes 5h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Dundee 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 every 2 hours between Dundee and Ely. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundee is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Ely at 11:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dundee to Ely? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Ely. However, there are services departing from Dundee station and arriving at Ely station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
Dundee to Ely train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Dundee station.
Dundee to Ely train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Dundee to Ely train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dundee and Ely is 498.4 km. The road distance is 648 km.
You can take a train from Dundee to Ely via Edinburgh Waverley and Peterborough in around 6h 48m.