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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Leicester | Ely | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Leicester | Ely | No tags | ||||
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Get from Leicester to Ely
The journey takes about 1 hour 37 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $16
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to Ely by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Ely?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Ely start from $16. The average price for this train route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Ely?
The average train ride duration from Leicester to Ely is 1h 37m, covering a distance of 61 miles (98 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Leicester to Ely route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to Ely?
The earliest train departs from Leicester to Ely at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 9:19pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leicester to Ely was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leicester to Ely, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $15 to $50 for a train ticket from Leicester to Ely based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-07.
