Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Ely | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Cambridge North Train Station | Ely | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Ely | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Ely | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Ely | No tags |
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Get from Cambridge to Ely
The journey takes about 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cambridge to Ely?
The cheapest train tickets from Cambridge to Ely start from MAD 43. The average price for this train route is around MAD 89. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cambridge to Ely?
The average train journey time from Cambridge to Ely is 16m, covering a distance of 22 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12m and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Which train operators serve the Cambridge to Ely route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Great Northern, Greater Anglia, CrossCountry.
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 19:45.
Which is the best train operator from Cambridge to Ely?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Greater Anglia, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cambridge to Ely?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Northern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers 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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Cambridge to Ely was searched and found on 18 May 2026 with a price of MAD 39To 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 MAD 39 to MAD 132 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 MAD 39, which is on 2026-05-18.
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.
