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Birmingham to Ely Train Route Details

First train
First train
15:22
Last train
Last train
20:22
Departure city
Departure city
Birmingham
Arrival city
Arrival city
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
Distance
147 km
Price
Price
SGD 25.03*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry

What are the next train times from Birmingham to Ely?

Explore all upcoming journeys from Birmingham 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
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15:22
2h 31m, Direct
Birmingham New Street
17:53
Ely
CrossCountry
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16:22
2h 26m, Direct
Birmingham New Street
18:48
Ely
CrossCountry
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17:22
2h 26m, Direct
Birmingham New Street
19:48
Ely
CrossCountry
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18:22
2h 24m, Direct
Birmingham New Street
20:46
Ely
CrossCountry
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19:22
2h 24m, Direct
Birmingham New Street
21:46
Ely
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20:22
2h 30m, Direct
Birmingham New Street
22:52
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CrossCountry
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Explore the cheapest prices to Ely from Birmingham this week

Typical ticket prices between Birmingham and Ely are around SGD 25.03, 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!

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SGD 25.03
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Where to stay near Ely

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