The average train between Ely and Downham takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is an hourly train service from Ely to Downham. 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 hourly between Ely and Downham. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Downham at 5:57 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Ely to Downham. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Downham station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Ely to Downham train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Downham train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.
Book your Ely to Downham train tickets online with Great Northern, Thameslink and Southeastern.
The distance between Ely and Downham is 109.7 km. The road distance is 129 km.
Great Northern operates a train from Ely to King's Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 1h 15m.