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Lancaster to Ely Train Route Details

First train
First train
15:34
Last train
Last train
23:26
Departure city
Departure city
Lancaster
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
4h 57m
Distance
Distance
171 miles
Price
Price
JPY 7,623.00*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

What are the next train times from Lancaster to Ely?

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15:34
5h 13m, 3 change
Lancaster
20:47
Ely
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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16:45
5h 1m, 3 change
Lancaster
21:46
Ely
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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17:46
5h 10m, 3 change
Lancaster
22:56
Ely
NorthernLNER
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17:46
13h 17m, 2 change
Lancaster
07:03
+1
Ely
NorthernLNER
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20:30
10h 33m, 3 change
Lancaster
07:03
+1
Ely
Northern
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20:30
11h 23m, 2 change
Lancaster
07:53
+1
Paris
NorthernLNER
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Fares from Lancaster to Ely usually average around JPY 7,623.00, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Ely

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Book in advance

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by traveling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
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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 Lancaster to Ely more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.

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