The average train between Ely and Cambridge takes 18 min and the fastest train takes 14 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Ely to Cambridge. 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 20 minutes between Ely and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 11:36 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 18 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ely station and arriving at Cambridge station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.
Ely to Cambridge train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Cambridge train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Cambridge station.
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The distance between Ely and Cambridge is 24.3 km. The road distance is 24 km.
Great Northern operates a train from Ely to Cambridge hourly. Tickets cost £7–17 and the journey takes 21 min. Two other operators also service this route.