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Birmingham to Ely Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Ely, starting from SAR 73.25 and averaging SAR 73.25. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 22m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:22 2h 24m, Direct Birmingham New Street	14:46 Ely	Find Tickets
13:22 2h 24m, Direct Birmingham New Street	15:46 Ely	Find Tickets
14:22 2h 24m, Direct Birmingham New Street	16:46 Ely	Find Tickets
15:22 2h 31m, Direct Birmingham New Street	17:53 Ely	Find Tickets
16:22 2h 26m, Direct Birmingham New Street	18:48 Ely	Find Tickets
17:22 2h 26m, Direct Birmingham New Street	19:48 Paris	Find Tickets

Birmingham to Ely Train Route Details

First train

05:22

Last train

20:22

Departure city

Birmingham

Arrival city

Ely

Journey time

2h 22m

Distance

92 miles

Price

SAR 73.25*

Train operators

CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Ely

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham to Ely. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Ely for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birmingham to Ely, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Ely ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Birmingham to Ely more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Ely train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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