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Sheffield to Ely train route details

First train
First train
13:32
Last train
Last train
23:27
Departure city
Departure city
Sheffield
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
2h 13m
Distance
Distance
159 km
Price
Price
€ 15.73*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Northern

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13:32
2h 14m, 2 change
Sheffield
15:46
Ely
CrossCountryLNER
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13:40
2h 39m, Direct
Sheffield
16:19
Ely
East Midlands Railway
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14:00
2h 52m, 1 change
Sheffield
16:52
Ely
East Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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14:32
2h 20m, 2 change
Sheffield
16:52
Ely
CrossCountryLNER
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15:00
2h 56m, 1 change
Sheffield
17:56
Ely
East Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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15:29
2h 27m, 2 change
Sheffield
17:56
Paris
CrossCountryLNER
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How to book cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Ely

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Group travel deals

Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Sheffield to Ely more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

Regular commuters travelling between Sheffield and Ely - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

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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