First train | 05:04 | |
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Last train | 19:06 | |
Departure station | East Grinstead | |
Arrival station | Ely | |
Journey time | From 2h 48m | |
Distance | 88 miles (142 km) | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
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Looking to travel from East Grinstead to Ely by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 6 minutes to travel from East Grinstead to Ely by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 48 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 88 miles (142 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Ely, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia, Thameslink or CrossCountry to get to Ely. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
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The fastest journey time by train from East Grinstead to Ely is 2 hours and 48 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from East Grinstead to Ely. Travelling from East Grinstead to Ely by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from East Grinstead to Ely leaves at 05:04. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from East Grinstead to Ely leaves at 19:06. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from East Grinstead to Ely cover a distance of around 88 miles (142 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Ely to East Grinstead.
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