How much does a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Ely cost?

The average train ticket price from Peterborough to Ely is £17. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Ely is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Peterborough to Ely?

A train trip between Peterborough and Ely is around 34m, although the fastest train will take about 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 30 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Peterborough and Ely?

The number of trains from Peterborough to Ely can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Peterborough to Ely by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Peterborough to Ely?

When taking the train from Peterborough to Ely, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia.

Train Peterborough to Ely from £8

Next train departures

Next departures from Peterborough to Ely on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:43	Peterborough	34m	09:17	Ely	Cheapest
Train	08:19	Peterborough	33m	08:52	Ely	Fastest
Train	07:13	Peterborough	40m	07:53	Ely	No tags
Train	07:38	Peterborough	34m	08:12	Ely	No tags
Train	07:50	Peterborough	39m	08:29	Ely	No tags

Next departures from Peterborough to Ely on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:38	Peterborough	34m	08:12	Ely	Cheapest
Train	08:19	Peterborough	33m	08:52	Ely	Fastest
Train	07:13	Peterborough	40m	07:53	Ely	No tags
Train	07:50	Peterborough	39m	08:29	Ely	No tags
Train	08:43	Peterborough	34m	09:17	Ely	No tags

Next departures from Peterborough to Ely on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:19	Peterborough	34m	10:53	Ely	Cheapest
Train	12:52	Peterborough	32m	13:24	Ely	Fastest
Train	11:44	Peterborough	40m	12:24	Ely	No tags
Train	13:19	Peterborough	33m	13:52	Ely	No tags
Train	13:43	Peterborough	32m	14:15	Ely	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 15:09 GMT.

Get from Peterborough to Ely

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 34 minutes, and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

34mAverage duration

26 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Greater Anglia

4/521 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.8

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Peterborough to Ely by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Ely cost?
The average train ticket price from Peterborough to Ely is £17. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Ely is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Peterborough to Ely?
A train trip between Peterborough and Ely is around 34m, although the fastest train will take about 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 30 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Peterborough and Ely?
The number of trains from Peterborough to Ely can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Peterborough to Ely by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Peterborough to Ely?
When taking the train from Peterborough to Ely, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

15/11

£8

16/11

£18

Today

£10

18/11

£10

19/11

£12

20/11

£8

21/11

£9

22/11

£8

The cheapest trip from Peterborough to Ely was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £19 for a train ticket from Peterborough to Ely based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually Greater Anglia 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.