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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Ely
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Ely is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Ely will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 2 trains that leave Peterborough for Ely on Sun, Dec 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 34 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.
Travel Information
Compare train for Peterborough to Ely
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Ely among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 39 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Peterborough to Ely train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Ely trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:42 AM Peterborough | 0h37 | 8:19 AM Ely | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:45 AM Peterborough | 0h33 | 9:18 AM Ely | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Ely
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Trains from Peterborough to Ely run on average 7 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 33m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 22:57 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Peterborough to Ely trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Peterborough and Ely from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Peterborough to Ely
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to Ely 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 Ely, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Peterborough, which is located around 0.2 miles (260 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Ely, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from Peterborough to Ely
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: There is a waiting room on platform 1 and a waiting room on platforms 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In station car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at station entrance
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