Bristol to Ely by train

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Overview: trains from Bristol to Ely

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bristol 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 04:45 View journey
Last train 22:43 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 17m View journey
Distance (km) 216
Trains / day 35 View all
Cheapest journey €198.44 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 13m
Train operators 8

Explore Bristol to Ely by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Bristol 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 ticket cost for journeys between Bristol and Ely

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €198.44, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train times for travel between Bristol and Ely

If you are taking the train from Bristol to Ely, you will have 35 trains each day (with a departure every 24 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 04:45. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:43. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:30, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:30.

Average train travel time and distance from Bristol to Ely

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 17 minutes, spanning 216 kilometres in total.

Booking horizon for travel between Bristol and Ely

Tickets for travel between Bristol and Ely can be booked 3 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Bristol to Ely

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Ely city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Bristol to Ely

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

The total journey from Bristol to Ely is 216 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.