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Trains from Ely (ELY) to Colchester (COL)

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28

train journeys
per day

43

miles (69 kms)

1hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 23:56

first / last train

2

direct trains

3

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Ely (ELY) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Ely and Colchester , with 2 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ely to Colchester is approximately 43 miles (69 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 35 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ely to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Ely to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:18
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:19
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    09:02
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:29
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:14
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    10:02
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    11:28
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    12:00
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:22
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    13:29
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    14:00
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:27
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    15:28
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    16:02
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:36
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    17:02
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:20
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    17:28
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:31
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    17:54
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:33
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    19:01
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:18
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    19:29
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:31
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    19:55
    Ely
    Colchester
    Ely to Colchester

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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ely and Colchester

The travel time between Ely and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ely and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 2 direct services per day from Ely to Colchester

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

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