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Trains from Ely (ELY) to Chester (CTR)

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26

train journeys
per day

142

miles (230 kms)

3hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Ely (ELY) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Ely and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ely to Chester is approximately 142 miles (230 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 50 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Chester.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ely to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Ely to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:12
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:28
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:50
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:12
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:44
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:06
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:48
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:46
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:53
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:53
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    19:48
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:53
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:44
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:50
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    21:13
    Ely
    Chester
    Ely to Chester

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

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ely and Chester

The travel time between Ely and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ely and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ely & Chester. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Chester.

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