The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Ely
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Ely is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Ely will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Norwich for Ely on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Norwich to Ely
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Ely among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €28.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Norwich to Ely train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Ely trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:08 PM Norwich | 0h50 | 7:58 PM Ely | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 4:49 AM Norwich | 0h56 | 5:45 AM Ely | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:56 AM Norwich | 0h53 | 8:49 AM Ely | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Ely
Trains from Norwich to Ely run on average 5 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:14 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains from Norwich to Ely trainsEast Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Norwich and Ely from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Norwich to Ely
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Norwich to Ely
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on all platforms and open when the station is staffed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: There is a waiting room on platform 1 and a waiting room on platforms 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In station car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at station entrance
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