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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Ely | Birmingham New Street | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Ely | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ely | Birmingham New Street | No tags |
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Get from Ely to Birmingham
The journey takes about 2 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 46 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the power outlets. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $22
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ely to Birmingham by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Ely to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Ely to Birmingham start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ely to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Ely to Birmingham is 2h 23m, covering a distance of 92 miles (148 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 21m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Ely to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Ely to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Ely to Birmingham at 7:12am. And the latest train departs at 8:16pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ely to Birmingham was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ely to Birmingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $48 for a train ticket from Ely to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-01-16.
