The average train between Hatfield and Ely takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Hatfield 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 Hatfield and Ely. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hatfield is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Ely at 5:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hatfield to Ely. However, there are services departing from Hatfield station and arriving at Ely station via Cambridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.
Hatfield to Ely train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Hatfield (Herts) station.
Hatfield to Ely train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Hatfield to Ely train tickets online with Great Northern and Cross Country.
The distance between Hatfield and Ely is 78.2 km. The road distance is 88 km.
You can take a train from Hatfield (Herts) to Ely via Cambridge in around 1h 31m.