The average train between Rugby and Ely takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Ely. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Ely at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Ely. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Ely station via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Rugby to Ely train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Nuneaton station.
Rugby to Ely train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Rugby to Ely train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Rugby and Ely is 103.6 km. The road distance is 186 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Nuneaton to Ely hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 55m.