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Preston (Lancs) to Ely Trains From US$42.03

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Buy cheap train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Ely for just US$42.03. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of US$87.28. The train journey from Preston (Lancs) to Ely typically takes approximately 4h 5m. You can expect a frequency of 26 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Preston (Lancs) to Ely Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Ely, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare the train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 13:19
    Preston (Lancs)

    4h 58m

    Changes required

    18:17
    Ely
    Train W30281-1Y66 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C55059-1L13 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Fri

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    From US$40.41
  2. 13:44
    Preston (Lancs)

    4h 12m

    Changes required

    17:56
    Ely
    Train W29504-1B30 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain C81996-1A39 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G24794-1L46 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$162.26
  3. 14:20
    Preston (Lancs)

    4h 29m

    Changes required

    18:49
    Ely
    Train W30285-1Y68 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C27560-1A57 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G24798-1L48 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$162.26
  4. 14:48
    Preston (Lancs)

    4h 31m

    Changes required

    19:19
    Ely
    Train G67325-1M87 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C55061-1L14 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$40.41
  5. 15:18
    Preston (Lancs)

    4h 16m

    Changes required

    19:34
    Ely
    Train C27827-9M56 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    West Midlands Trains

    Train G24799-1L49 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$162.26
  6. 15:20
    Preston (Lancs)

    4h 32m

    Changes required

    19:52
    Ely
    Train W30227-1Y50 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C27561-1A63 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G24802-1L50 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$162.26
  7. 15:48
    Preston (Lancs)

    4h 25m

    Changes required

    20:13
    Ely
    Train G67326-1M88 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C55065-1L15 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$40.41
  8. 16:20
    Preston (Lancs)

    4h 29m

    Changes required

    20:49
    Ely
    Train W30234-1Y52 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C27569-1A69 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G24805-1L52 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$162.26
  9. 17:20
    Preston (Lancs)

    4h 52m

    Changes required

    22:12
    Ely
    Train W30239-1Y54 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C55071-1L17 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$40.41
  10. 17:44
    Preston (Lancs)

    4h 5m

    Changes required

    21:49
    Ely
    Train G77471-1B38 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C82020-1A50 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G24807-1L54 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$162.26
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    Preston (Lancs) to Ely Train Route Details

    The Preston (Lancs) to Ely train ticket is from US$42.03. The average travel time is 4h 5m, covering a distance of approximately 250 mile. There are usually 26 daily trains provided by TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

    First train
    05:44
    Last train
    22:26
    Departure station
    Preston (Lancs)
    Arrival station
    Ely
    Journey time
    4h 5m
    Distance
    250 mile
    Price
    US$42.03
    Train operators
    TransPennine Express

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    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Book in Advance

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    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are traveling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

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    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Preston (Lancs) to Ely train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Preston (Lancs) to Ely?

      The first train from Preston (Lancs) to Ely is at 05:44.
    • Are there direct trains from Preston (Lancs) to Ely?

      No, there is no direct train from Preston (Lancs) to Ely, and passengers would need to make 3 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Preston (Lancs) to Ely ?

      The train journey from Preston (Lancs) to Ely typically takes an average of 4h 51m, with the fastest journey duration being around 4h 5m.
    • How much is a train from Preston (Lancs) to Ely ?

      The cost of a train from Preston (Lancs) to Ely can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at US$42.03 and the average price being around US$87.28.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Preston (Lancs) to Ely ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30-18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.