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Retford to Ely Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Retford to Ely, starting from 67,42 EUR and averaging 67,42 EUR. The entire journey takes no more than 1 timme 31 minut. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

DepartureArrivalOperator
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23:04
7 timme 58 minut, Changes required
Retford
07:02
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Ely
LNEREast Midlands Railway
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Retford to Ely Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:50
Last train
Last train
23:04
Departure station
Departure station
Retford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
1 timme 31 minut
Distance
Distance
131 km
Price
Price
67,42 EUR*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Ely

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Retford to Ely during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Retford to Ely, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Retford to Ely ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Retford to Ely train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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