Train from Cambridge to Ely: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cambridge to Ely on 30 June
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationPrice and booking link
Great NorthernTrain
Cambridge North Train Station
Ely
CrossCountryTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
Ely
Great NorthernTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
Ely
Great NorthernTrain
Cambridge North Train Station
Ely
Greater AngliaTrain
Cambridge North Train Station
Ely

Get from Cambridge to Ely

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 16,528, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21train per day
14mAverage duration
22 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cambridge to Ely by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Cambridge to Ely?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cambridge to Ely start from COP 16,528. The average price for this train route is around COP 25,498. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cambridge to Ely?

    The average train journey time from Cambridge to Ely is 14m, covering a distance of 22 km. The fastest train gets you there in 11m and is operated by Greater Anglia.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cambridge to Ely route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Great Northern, Greater Anglia, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cambridge to Ely?

    The earliest train from Cambridge to Ely departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:49.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cambridge to Ely?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Greater Anglia, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cambridge to Ely?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Northern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cambridge to Ely?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Greater Anglia, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cambridge to Ely?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/06
COP 17,835
29/06
COP 29,277
Today
COP 17,870
01/07
COP 14,127
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cambridge to Ely was searched and found on 1 Jul 2026 with a price of COP 14,127

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cambridge to Ely as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from COP 14,127 to COP 48,771 for a train ticket from Cambridge to Ely based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 14,127, which is on 2026-07-01.

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