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Lancaster to Ely train route details

First train
First train
12:57
Last train
Last train
22:27
Departure city
Departure city
Lancaster
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
4h 36m
Distance
Distance
274 km
Price
Price
€ 40.61*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

What are the next train times from Lancaster to Ely?

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12:57
4h 59m, 2 change
Lancaster
17:56
Ely
Avanti West CoastLNR & WMR
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13:27
4h 52m, 1 change
Lancaster
18:19
Ely
TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railway
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14:00
4h 48m, 2 change
Lancaster
18:48
Ely
Avanti West CoastLNR & WMR
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14:28
4h 49m, 1 change
Lancaster
19:17
Ely
TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railway
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14:58
4h 36m, 2 change
Lancaster
19:34
Ely
Avanti West CoastLNR & WMR
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15:28
4h 49m, 1 change
Lancaster
20:17
Paris
TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railway
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How to book cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Ely

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Book in advance

Save up to 61% on your journey from Lancaster to Ely by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Lancaster and Ely on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.

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