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Edinburgh to Ely Train Route Details
First train
05:50
Last train
21:00
Journey time
4h 26m
Distance
283 miles
Price
BRL 184.76*
What are the next train times from Edinburgh to Ely?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Edinburgh to Ely happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:50 Waverley | 10:47 Ely |  | Find Tickets |
06:30 Waverley | 11:19 Ely |  | Find Tickets |
07:00 Waverley | 11:45 Ely | | Find Tickets |
07:30 Waverley | 12:19 Ely | | Find Tickets |
08:00 Waverley | 12:45 Ely | | Find Tickets |
08:30 Waverley | 13:19 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Ely from Edinburgh this week
Typical ticket prices between Edinburgh and Ely are around BRL 184.76, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!
*Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Ely
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Season tickets for frequent travelers
Regular commuters traveling between Edinburgh and Ely - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Edinburgh to Ely more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers
Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours
First Class tickets
First Class tickets offer a more premium travel experience, typically including wider seats, extra space, quieter coaches, and complimentary refreshments on many services for added comfort
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