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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Get from Birmingham to Ely
The journey takes about 2 hours 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 361, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 47 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at R 361
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Ely by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Ely?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Ely start from R 361. The average price for this train route is around R 638. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Ely?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Ely is 2h 26m, covering a distance of 148 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 23m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Ely route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Ely?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Ely departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 20:22.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Ely was searched and found on 24 May 2026 with a price of R 454To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Ely as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 454 to R 1 908 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Ely based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 454, which is on 2026-05-24.
