The average train between Ely and Lytham St Annes takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely to Lytham St Annes. 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 2 hours between Ely and Lytham St Annes. 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 Lytham St Annes at 9:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ely to Lytham St Annes? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ely to Lytham St Annes. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Lytham St Annes station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.
Ely to Lytham St Annes train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Lytham St Annes train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Ely to Lytham St Annes train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ely and Lytham St Annes is 264 km. The road distance is 365 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Ansdell & Fairhaven via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Preston in around 5h 45m.