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Trains from Cambridge North (CMB) to Ely (ELY)

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69

train journeys
per day

12

miles (20 kms)

11 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:32

first / last train

52

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cambridge North (CMB) to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 69 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge North and Ely , with 52 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge North to Ely is approximately 12 miles (20 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 23 mins.

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge North and Ely.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge North to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 11 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge North to Ely Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:08
    14 mins Direct
    00:22
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    05:33
    38 mins 1 change
    06:11
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    06:05
    12 mins Direct
    06:17
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    06:39
    14 mins Direct
    06:53
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    27 mins 1 change
    07:11
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    12 mins Direct
    07:16
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    07:14
    16 mins Direct
    07:30
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    07:44
    14 mins Direct
    07:58
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    28 mins 1 change
    08:14
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    08:09
    17 mins Direct
    08:26
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    08:25
    12 mins Direct
    08:37
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    08:41
    14 mins Direct
    08:55
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    09:09
    17 mins Direct
    09:26
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    09:39
    14 mins Direct
    09:53
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    09:43
    31 mins 1 change
    10:14
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    10:09
    17 mins Direct
    10:26
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    10:25
    12 mins Direct
    10:37
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    14 mins Direct
    10:53
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    32 mins 1 change
    11:14
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    11:09
    16 mins Direct
    11:25
    Cambridge North
    Ely
    Cambridge North to Ely

About Cambridge North Station

Station name Cambridge North (CMB)
Address Cambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0AE
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Cambridge North and Ely

The travel time between Cambridge North and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge North and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 69 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:32.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 52 direct services per day from Cambridge North to Ely

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge North and Ely.

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