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Witham to Ely train route details

First train
04:58

Last train
23:14

Journey time
1h 52m

Distance
71 km

Price
€ 32.54*
What are the next train times from Witham to Ely?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Witham to Ely happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
16:49 Witham | 18:58 Ely | ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:57 Witham | 18:58 Ely | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:06 Witham | 19:50 Ely | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:16 Witham | 20:03 Ely | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:42 Witham | 20:14 Ely | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:46 Witham | 20:33 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Witham to Ely

Split Tickets discount
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Witham to Ely more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.

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.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers

First Class tickets
First Class tickets offer a more premium travel experience, typically including wider seats, extra space, quieter coaches, and complimentary refreshments on many services for added comfort

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid travelling during busy weekday periods

Anytime tickets
Anytime tickets offer complete flexibility, allowing you to travel at any point during the day without restrictions. They're ideal if your plans may change or you need full freedom when travelling.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










