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Nottingham to Ely train route details

First train
First train
08:15
Last train
Last train
20:37
Departure city
Departure city
Nottingham
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
3h 2m
Distance
Distance
114 km
Price
Price
€ 11.89*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

What are the next train times from Nottingham to Ely?

Discover all upcoming Nottingham to Ely services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
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08:15
3h 30m, 2 change
Nottingham
11:45
Ely
East Midlands RailwayLNER
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09:19
4h 26m, 1 change
Nottingham
13:45
Ely
East Midlands RailwayGreater Anglia
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09:45
4h, 2 change
Nottingham
13:45
Ely
East Midlands RailwayLNER
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11:37
3h 43m, 1 change
Nottingham
15:20
Ely
East Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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11:45
3h 35m, 2 change
Nottingham
15:20
Ely
East Midlands RailwayLNER
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12:37
3h 8m, 1 change
Nottingham
15:45
Paris
East Midlands RailwayGreater Anglia
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Ticket prices for Nottingham to Ely typically cost around € 11.89, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Ely

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Nottingham 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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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

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