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York to Ely Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from York to Ely, starting from €17.87 and averaging €17.87. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 4m. 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
11:31 2h 15m, Changes required York	13:46 Ely	Find Tickets
11:55 2h 24m, Changes required York	14:19 Ely	Find Tickets
12:11 2h 8m, Changes required York	14:19 Ely	Find Tickets
12:27 2h 19m, Changes required York	14:46 Ely	Find Tickets
12:42 2h 4m, Changes required York	14:46 Ely	Find Tickets
12:55 2h 24m, Changes required York	15:19 Paris	Find Tickets

York to Ely Train Route Details

First train

04:40

Last train

19:55

Departure station

York

Arrival station

Ely

Journey time

2h 4m

Distance

122 miles

Price

€17.87*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from York to Ely

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from York to Ely can result in significant cost savings.

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 York 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 York 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from York to Ely more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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