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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Ely (ELY)

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31

train journeys
per day

43

miles (69 kms)

1hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

00:45 / 00:27

first / last train

1

direct trains

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Ely , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Ely is approximately 43 miles (69 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 29 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Ely.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Ely Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:45
    5 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    06:30
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    1 hrs 17 mins Direct
    06:57
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:27
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:19
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    08:59
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    2 hrs 1 change
    10:46
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:46
    2 hrs 1 change
    11:46
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    12:26
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:46
    2 hrs 1 change
    12:46
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:23
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:46
    2 hrs 1 change
    13:46
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:21
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:47
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:45
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:20
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    14:58
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:47
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:20
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    16:27
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:21
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    16:59
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:46
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    17:49
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:20
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    18:35
    Colchester
    Ely
    Colchester to Ely

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 Colchester and Ely

The travel time between Colchester and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Colchester to Ely

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Ely.

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