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Manchester to Ely Train Route Details

First train
First train
13:34
Last train
Last train
19:35
Departure city
Departure city
Manchester
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
3h 12m
Distance
Distance
129 miles
Price
Price
TRY 915.51*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

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13:34
3h 12m, 1 change
Manchester Piccadilly
16:46
Ely
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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14:34
3h 19m, 1 change
Manchester Piccadilly
17:53
Ely
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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14:43
3h 36m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
18:19
Ely
East Midlands Railway
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15:34
3h 14m, 1 change
Manchester Piccadilly
18:48
Ely
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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15:43
3h 36m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
19:19
Ely
East Midlands Railway
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16:34
3h 14m, 1 change
Manchester Piccadilly
19:48
Paris
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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Fares from Manchester to Ely usually average around TRY 915.51, 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 Manchester to Ely

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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you travel between Manchester and Ely on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

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