Train from Cambridge to Ely: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cambridge to Ely on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great NorthernTrain
Cambridge North Train Station
ElyNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
ElyNo tags
Great NorthernTrain
Cambridge Central Train Station
ElyNo tags
Great NorthernTrain
Cambridge North Train Station
ElyNo tags
Greater AngliaTrain
Cambridge North Train Station
ElyNo tags

Get from Cambridge to Ely

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20train per day
15mAverage duration
13 milesDistance
0kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cambridge to Ely by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Cambridge to Ely?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cambridge to Ely start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £6. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cambridge to Ely?

    The average train journey time from Cambridge to Ely is 15m, covering a distance of 13 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 11m and is operated by Greater Anglia.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cambridge to Ely route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day, including services from Great Northern, Greater Anglia, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cambridge to Ely?

    The earliest train from Cambridge to Ely departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:40.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cambridge to Ely?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cambridge to Ely?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Northern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cambridge to Ely?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Greater Anglia, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cambridge to Ely?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01/12
£4
02/12
£4
Today
£4
04/12
£4
05/12
£4
06/12
£4
07/12
£4
08/12
£4
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cambridge to Ely was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cambridge to Ely as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £11 for a train ticket from Cambridge to Ely based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Great Northern will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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