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The average train between Ely and Colchester takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Ely to Colchester. 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 3 times a day between Ely and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 6:32 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Ely is at 10:27 PM which arrives into Colchester at 11:42 PM. 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 Ely station and arriving at Colchester station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.
Ely to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.
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The distance between Ely and Colchester is 71.7 km. The road distance is 86 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Ely to Colchester 3 times a day. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 19m.
