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Get from Ely to Thetford
The journey takes about 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ely to Thetford 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 Ely to Thetford?
The cheapest train tickets from Ely to Thetford start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £16. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ely to Thetford?
The average train journey time from Ely to Thetford is 23m, covering a distance of 21 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Ely to Thetford route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ely to Thetford?
The earliest train from Ely to Thetford departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 23:11.
Which is the best train operator from Ely to Thetford?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Ely to Thetford?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Ely to Thetford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Ely to Thetford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ely to Thetford was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ely to Thetford as early as possible.
