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Compare train and bus for Lincoln to Ely
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Ely among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $44, and a bus costs an average of $98.
Distance: 66 miles (107 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$47 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lincoln to Ely:
A train is $51 (€42) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lincoln to Ely costing on average $98 (€81).
Other travel options to Ely take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 25m.
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Why should you book Lincoln to Ely trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Lincoln to Ely.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Lincoln to Ely.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to Ely
Trains from Lincoln to Ely run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 66 miles (107 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 9:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway from Lincoln to Ely trainsEast Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Lincoln and Ely from $44 (€36). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Trains from Lincoln to Ely
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln to Ely by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ely, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Lincoln to Ely
Most Lincoln to Ely trains use the Lincoln Central to Ely station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and Ely train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lincoln station do trains to Ely leave from?
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Ely station do trains from Lincoln arrive at?
Getting to Ely from Ely city centre
Ely train station facilities and services
Ely has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ely.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ely.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ely. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ely: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ely: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ely: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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