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Manchester to Ely Train Route Details

First train
First train
17:34
Last train
Last train
22:14
Departure city
Departure city
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
3h 11m
Distance
Distance
207 km
Price
Price
4.534,00 JPY*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Northern

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17:34
3 t 13 m, 1 change
Manchester Piccadilly
20:47
Ely
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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18:34
3 t 12 m, 1 change
Manchester Piccadilly
21:46
Ely
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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18:43
3 t 32 m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
22:15
Ely
East Midlands Railway
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19:14
3 t 42 m, 1 change
Manchester Piccadilly
22:56
Ely
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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22:14
9 t 39 m, 1 change
Manchester Piccadilly
07:53
+1
Ely
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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04:30
3 t 59 m, 2 change
Manchester Victoria
08:29
Paris
TransPennine ExpressLNER
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Fares from Manchester to Ely usually average around 4.534,00 JPY, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Manchester to Ely. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
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Season tickets for frequent travelers

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