The average train between Ely and Gloucester takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely to Gloucester. 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 Gloucester. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Gloucester at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ely to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Gloucester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Ely to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Gloucester station.
Book your Ely to Gloucester train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Ely and Gloucester is 181 km. The road distance is 279 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Gloucester via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 59m.