The average train between Stirling and Ely takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Stirling 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 Stirling and Ely. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stirling is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Ely at 1:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stirling 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 Stirling to Ely. However, there are services departing from Stirling station and arriving at Ely station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Stirling to Ely train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.
Stirling to Ely train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Stirling to Ely train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stirling and Ely is 495.2 km. The road distance is 612 km.
You can take a train from Stirling to Ely via Edinburgh Waverley and Peterborough in around 6h 11m.