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Compare train and coach for Downham Market to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Downham Market to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, and a coach costs an average of £55.
Distance: 130 km
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Downham Market to Derby
Trains from Downham Market to Derby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 20:32 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Northern from Downham Market to Derby trainsCrossCountry, Great Northern trains will get you between Downham Market and Derby from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 36m
Cheapest Price
£67
Great Northern frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Downham Market to Derby train
FAQs: Travel by train from Downham Market to Derby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Downham Market to Derby.

The train distance from Downham Market to Derby is 130 km.
To get from Downham Market to Derby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Downham Market to Derby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Downham Market to Derby covers a distance of 130 km and takes approximately 3h 26m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Downham Market to Derby leaves at 4:59.
The cost of a train ticket from Downham Market to Derby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The cheapest way to get from Downham Market to Derby is by train, costing approximately £24.
The last train from Downham Market to Derby departs at 20:32.
Trains from Downham Market to Derby run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Downham Market to Derby.
The train station in Downham Market that goes to Derby is Downham Market station (DOW), and it arrives at Derby station (DBY).
There is no night train service from Downham Market to Derby.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Downham Market to Derby.
Yes, you can take the train from Downham Market to Derby.
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Important Stations and Airports in Downham Market and Derby
Downham Market
Derby
The major train station for departures in Downham Market is Downham Market. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Downham Market for your trip from Downham Market to Derby.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 17:00 Saturday 07:10 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: WC located on platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 1 and 2. Access to the waiting shelter on platform 1 is not step free
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your journey to Derby from Downham Market.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
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