Ely to Cheltenham by train

Explore Ely to Cheltenham by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Ely to Cheltenham 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 Ely and Cheltenham: 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 €58.07, 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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Ely to Cheltenham train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Ely to Cheltenham is at 05:30 and the last is at 21:16. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:30 and the last one is at 20:15. You can expect 19 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 59 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Ely to Cheltenham

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 20 minutes. The total distance travelled is 171 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Ely and Cheltenham

Tickets for travel between Ely and Cheltenham 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.

Making the most of your Ely to Cheltenham travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Cheltenham.