Ely to Canterbury train with Great Northern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ely to Canterbury

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€89

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€89

Fastest journey on Sep 18

2 h 17 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

2 h 17 m

Trains on Sep 18

12

Distance

137 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ely to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ely to Canterbury will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €89.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Ely to Canterbury without transferring at least once.

  • Great Northern
    5:49 AM2h45
    Ely
    8:34 AMCanterbury
    891One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Northern
    6:47 AM2h47
    Ely
    9:34 AMCanterbury
    891One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Northern
    7:47 AM2h47
    Ely
    10:34 AMCanterbury
    891One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Northern
    9:17 AM2h17
    Ely
    11:34 AMCanterbury
    891One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Northern
    10:17 AM2h17
    Ely
    12:34 PMCanterbury
    891One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Ely to Canterbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ely to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €89 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €89, while a train costs an average of €89.

Distance: 137 km

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Driving

€89

Average price

Cheapest

€37

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 9m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Northern

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Ely to Canterbury is a train with an average price of €89.
The fastest way to travel from Ely to Canterbury is by train with an average journey time of 2h 12m.

Other travel options to Canterbury take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ely and Canterbury including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Ely to Canterbury train times

The table below shows live departures for Ely to Canterbury trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Northern5:49 AM Ely
2h45
8:34 AM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern6:47 AM Ely
2h47
9:34 AM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern7:47 AM Ely
2h47
10:34 AM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern9:17 AM Ely
2h17
11:34 AM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern10:17 AM Ely
2h17
12:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern11:17 AM Ely
2h17
1:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern12:17 PM Ely
2h17
2:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern1:17 PM Ely
2h17
3:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern2:17 PM Ely
2h17
4:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern3:17 PM Ely
2h17
5:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern3:51 PM Ely
2h20
6:11 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern4:17 PM Ely
2h24
6:41 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern5:17 PM Ely
2h17
7:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern6:17 PM Ely
2h17
8:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern7:21 PM Ely
2h13
9:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern8:21 PM Ely
2h13
10:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern9:21 PM Ely
2h13
11:34 PM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern10:21 PM Ely
2h13
12:34 AM Canterbury1 transfer
Great Northern11:21 PM Ely
8h18
7:39 AM Canterbury1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ely to Canterbury

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Trains from Ely to Canterbury run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €89 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 2h 13m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
137 km
Average train duration
2h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
€89
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
2h 13m
First train
5:18 AM
Last train
9:47 PM
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Northern from Ely to Canterbury trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Ely and Canterbury from €89. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
€89
Great Northern frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Ely to Canterbury

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ely to Canterbury by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Ely to Canterbury can start from as little as €89 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Ely to Canterbury is €89; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Ely to Canterbury is 2h 13m to travel the 137 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Ely to Canterbury leaves at 5:18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Ely to Canterbury leaves at 9:47 PM.
There are 9 trains a day from Ely to Canterbury which require at least one change with Great Northern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Ely to Canterbury, you can count on Great Northern for the best way to get you to Canterbury. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Ely and Canterbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Canterbury from Ely is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 13m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ely and Canterbury including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Ely to Canterbury

Most Ely to Canterbury trains use the Ely to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Ely and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Ely
Arrival train stations in Canterbury

Which Ely station do trains to Canterbury leave from?

Trains from Ely to Canterbury leave from Ely. The station is 1 km from Ely city centre at Ely station, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS.
ElyEly station, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS+44 3450507080WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Ely from Ely city centre

Bus112 · 9m · €4 · every ~3 min

Ely train station facilities and services

Ely has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Ely.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Ely.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Ely. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Ely: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Ely: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Ely: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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