The average train between Exeter and Ely takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Ely. 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 Exeter and Ely. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 7:56 PM which arrives into Ely at 12:36 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Ely? 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 Exeter to Ely. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Ely station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Exeter to Ely train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Ely train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ely station.
Book your Exeter to Ely train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and Great Northern.
The distance between Exeter and Ely is 321.4 km. The road distance is 395 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Ely via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 57m.