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Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Ely (ELY)

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12

train journeys
per day

144

miles (232 kms)

5hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

07:30 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Christchurch and Ely , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Christchurch to Ely is approximately 144 miles (232 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 19 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Ely.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Christchurch to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Christchurch to Ely Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    12:49
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    15:13
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    10:30
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    15:49
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    11:30
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    16:53
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    12:30
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    17:56
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    5 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    19:19
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    14:30
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    15:30
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    20:49
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    16:30
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    21:49
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    21:20
    9 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    07:02
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely
  • Mon 6th May
    23:20
    11 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Christchurch
    Ely
    Christchurch to Ely

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
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 Christchurch and Ely

The travel time between Christchurch and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Christchurch and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Christchurch & Ely. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Ely.

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