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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ely to Thetford
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
33 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ely to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ely to Thetford will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Ely for Thetford on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:23PM0h20
Ely07:43PMThetford
€121One-way
0 transfers
08:19PM0h20
Ely08:39PMThetford
€121One-way
0 transfers
10:17PM0h20
Ely10:37PMThetford
€121One-way
0 transfers
07:44PM0h22
Ely08:06PMThetford
€171One-way
0 transfers
08:34PM0h23
Ely08:57PMThetford
€171One-way
0 transfers
07:23PM0h20
Ely07:43PMThetford
€121One-way
0 transfers
08:19PM0h20
Ely08:39PMThetford
€121One-way
0 transfers
10:17PM0h20
Ely10:37PMThetford
€121One-way
0 transfers
07:44PM0h22
Ely08:06PMThetford
€171One-way
0 transfers
11:14PM0h22
Ely11:36PMThetford
€171One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Ely to Thetford train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 7:57 AM
Last updated at 7:57 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:18 AM Ely | 0h20 | 9:38 AM Thetford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ely to Thetford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ely to Thetford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
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 33 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 23:14 |
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: East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains from Ely to Thetford trainsEast Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Ely and Thetford from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
€17
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24m
Cheapest Price
€17
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
€12
east_midlands_trains frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Trains from Ely to Thetford
FAQs: Travel by train from Ely to Thetford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ely to Thetford.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Ely, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Thetford, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ely to Thetford
Ely
Thetford
The major train station for departures in Ely is Ely. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ely for your trip from Ely to Thetford.
Ely
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on all platforms and open when the station is staffed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a waiting room on platform 1 and a waiting room on platforms 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In station car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Ely
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Thetford is Thetford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thetford for your journey to Thetford from Ely.
Thetford
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 13:30 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On platform 2.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Womens and accessible toilets are available in the waiting room on platform 1 and mens on platform 2. Toilets at this station are available at the following times: Weekdays (Mon - Fri) 07:00 : 13:00 Saturdays 07:00 : 13:00 Sundays closed
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Under the canopy on platform 1 and next to the ticket office on platform 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Thetford
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on the station forecourt
Most popular trains to and from Thetford and Ely
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