The average train between Kendal and Ely takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal 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 every 2 hours between Kendal and Ely. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Ely at 10:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kendal 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 Kendal to Ely. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Ely station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.
Kendal to Ely train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Ely train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Kendal to Ely train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Great Northern.
The distance between Kendal and Ely is 292.9 km. The road distance is 516 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Ely via Oxenholme Lake District, London Euston, and King's Cross in around 5h 15m.