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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Ely (ELY)

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19

train journeys
per day

91

miles (147 kms)

2hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:19 / 00:28

first / last train

17

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham New Street and Ely , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham New Street to Ely is approximately 91 miles (147 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 7 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Ely.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham New Street to Ely Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:19
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    07:53
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:22
    2 hrs 30 mins Direct
    08:52
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:22
    2 hrs 30 mins Direct
    09:52
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:22
    2 hrs 29 mins Direct
    10:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:22
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    11:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:22
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    12:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:22
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    13:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:22
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    14:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:22
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    15:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:22
    2 hrs 31 mins Direct
    16:53
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:22
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    17:56
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:22
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    18:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:52
    2 hrs 45 mins Direct
    19:37
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:22
    2 hrs 30 mins Direct
    19:52
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:22
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    20:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:22
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    21:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:22
    2 hrs 30 mins Direct
    22:52
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:09
    7 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    07:02
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:50
    9 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Birmingham New Street
    Ely
    Birmingham New Street to Ely

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Ely Station

Station name Ely (ELY)
Address Ely station, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham New Street and Ely

The travel time between Birmingham New Street and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham New Street and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham New Street and Ely typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham New Street and Ely can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Birmingham New Street to Ely

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Ely.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham New Street and Ely, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.