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Compare train for Cambridge to Ely
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Ely among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 14 miles (24 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Compare the available ways to get from Cambridge to Ely, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The journey is about 24m faster (14m by train vs 38m by car) and roughly $1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($7 vs $7). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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How to get from Cambridge to Ely by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Cambridge to Ely is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
LE3238009:52 AM 0h42 Cambridge North (CMB) 10:34 AM Ely station (ELY) $6 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
- LE323800
9:52 AM 0h42 Cambridge North (CMB) 10:34 AM Ely station (ELY) $6 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
- GN265400
10:32 AM 0h37 Cambridge North (CMB) 11:09 AM Ely station (ELY) $7 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
- LE323900
8:52 AM 0h42 Cambridge North (CMB) 9:34 AM Ely station (ELY) $6 1 One-way 0 transfers - GN265600
9:32 AM 0h37 Cambridge North (CMB) 10:09 AM Ely station (ELY) $7 1 One-way 0 transfers - GN265800
8:33 AM 0h37 Cambridge North (CMB) 9:10 AM Ely station (ELY) $7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 9 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cambridge and Ely as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Cambridge station (CBG) and arrive in Ely station (ELY).
- Travel with Great Northern, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia to go to Ely by train.
- 9 direct trains per day with Great Northern, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia.
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