The average train between Ely and Perth takes 6h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely to Perth. 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 Perth. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 7:17 PM which arrives into Perth at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 6h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ely to Perth? 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 Perth. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Perth station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.
Ely to Perth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Perth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Ely to Perth train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Ely and Perth is 504.4 km. The road distance is 644 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Perth via Peterborough and Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 4m.