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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Ely takes 4h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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.

4h 59m
Duration
200 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Ely train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Ely. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Ely at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 2m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country4h 2m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston 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.

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  • Distance: 200.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Ely, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Ely via Leeds and Peterborough in around 4h 43m.

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