The average train between Ely and Lichfield takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely to Lichfield. 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 Lichfield. 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 Lichfield at 6:20 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ely to Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Lichfield station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Ely to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Lichfield City station.
Book your Ely to Lichfield train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Ely and Lichfield is 144.6 km. The road distance is 222 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Lichfield City via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 22m.