First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
35 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
35 m
Trains on 03 Sept
1
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Downham Market station (DOW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Downham Market station (DOW) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 1 trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Downham Market station (DOW), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to Downham Market station (DOW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 48 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Downham Market station (DOW) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 13m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (37m by train vs 1h 2m by car). Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Northern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Downham Market station (DOW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 11:45. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 35m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 11:45 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) to Downham Market station (DOW) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Downham Market station (DOW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cambridge station (CBG) to Downham Market station (DOW) trains use the Cambridge to Downham Market station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge station (CBG) and Downham Market station (DOW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Downham Market has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Downham Market.
Ticket office support is available at Downham Market.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Downham Market: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Downham Market: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Downham Market: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street and a level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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