- Cardiff to Ely trains
Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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![]() | Train | Cardiff Central | Ely | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | Cardiff Central | Ely | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | Cardiff Central | Ely | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | Cardiff Central | Ely | No tags | ||||
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Get from Cardiff to Ely
The journey takes about 5 hours 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just £62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £62
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Ely by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cardiff to Ely?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Ely start from £62. The average price for this train route is around £62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Ely?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Ely is 5h 4m, covering a distance of 160 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 4m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Ely route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Ely?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Ely departs at 07:45. And the latest train departs at 17:45.






