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Derby to Ely Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Derby to Ely? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €19.44, with average prices for this route around €19.44. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:14 2h 49m, 1 change Derby	07:03 Ely	Find Tickets
05:30 2h 23m, 1 change Derby	07:53 Ely	Find Tickets
06:02 2h 11m, 1 change Derby	08:13 Ely	Find Tickets
06:28 2h 24m, 1 change Derby	08:52 Ely	Find Tickets
06:54 2h 25m, 1 change Derby	09:19 Ely	Find Tickets
07:32 2h 20m, 1 change Derby	09:52 Paris	Find Tickets

Derby to Ely Train Route Details

First train

05:30

Last train

20:32

Departure city

Derby

Arrival station

Ely

Journey time

2h 11m

Distance

82 miles

Price

€19.44*

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Derby to Ely

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Derby to Ely during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing off-peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Derby 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 Derby 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 Derby to Ely more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Derby to Ely train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Derby to Ely Train prices and times

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