How much does the train from Preston to Ely cost?

The lowest fare on this route is £91.74. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

When can I start booking my Preston to Ely train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

How long does the train take from Preston to Ely?

The fastest journey takes 3 hours and 49 minutes.

Preston to Ely by train

Q: How far is it from Preston to Ely by train?

The train journey between Preston and Ely spans 250 kilometres.

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Overview: trains from Preston to Ely

Find the key information for travelling by train from Preston to Ely, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:47 View journey

Last train 21:17 View journey

Avg changes 1

Fastest journey 3hr 49m View journey

Distance (km) 250

Trains / day 26 View all

Cheapest journey £91.74 View journey

Avg journey time 5hr 18m

Train operators 12

Explore Preston to Ely by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Preston to Ely aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Preston and Ely: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £91.74, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

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Preston to Ely departure frequency and train timetable

With 26 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 27 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:47 and the last one is at 18:18. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 07:17, with the last one at 21:17.

How long is the train journey from Preston to Ely?

This journey covers a total of 250 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 3 hours and 49 minutes.

How far in advance Preston and Ely tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Preston and Ely are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

More information on train travel from Preston to Ely

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Ely city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Ely

Want to know more about your journey from Preston to Ely? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.