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Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Ely (ELY)

Find the cheapest fares to Ely by splitting your tickets

50

train journeys
per day

37

miles (60 kms)

53 mins

fastest journey

00:52 / 00:01

first / last train

1

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Ely (ELY)

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On a typical weekday there are 50 scheduled rail journeys between Hitchin and Ely , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hitchin to Ely is approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 14 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hitchin to Ely. The fastest journey time on this route takes 53 mins.

Journeys from Hitchin to Ely Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:52
    4 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    05:29
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:39
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    06:53
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:05
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    07:11
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:14
    1 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    07:16
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    53 mins Direct
    07:28
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:46
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    07:57
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    1 hrs 1 change
    08:14
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:37
    1 hrs 1 change
    08:37
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:44
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    08:55
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:14
    1 hrs 1 change
    09:14
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:20
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    09:52
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:44
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    09:53
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    1 hrs 1 change
    10:14
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:37
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    10:53
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:14
    1 hrs 1 change
    11:14
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:37
    1 hrs 1 change
    11:37
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:14
    1 hrs 1 change
    12:14
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:37
    59 mins 1 change
    12:36
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:14
    1 hrs 1 change
    13:14
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:37
    59 mins 1 change
    13:36
    Hitchin
    Ely
    Hitchin to Ely

About Hitchin Station

Station name Hitchin (HIT)
Address Hitchin station, Walsworth Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 9UL
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Hitchin and Ely

The travel time between Hitchin and Ely by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hitchin and Ely vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 50 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

Amenities on trains between Hitchin 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 Hitchin to Ely

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

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