The average train between Ely and Wales takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is an hourly train service from Ely to Wales. 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 Wales. 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 Wales at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 50m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ely to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Wales station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Ely to Wales train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Wales train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Ely to Wales train tickets online with Great Northern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Ely and Wales is 272 km. The road distance is 350 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Cardiff Central via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 42m.