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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Downham Market to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£196
Average price
£201
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
439 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Downham Market to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Downham Market to Edinburgh will cost around £201 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £196.
To travel from Downham Market to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.
6:595h28Downham Market12:27Edinburgh£1961One-way2 changes- 8:595h28Downham Market14:27Edinburgh£1961One-way2 changes
- 10:595h28Downham Market16:27Edinburgh£1961One-way2 changes
- 12:595h29Downham Market18:28Edinburgh£1961One-way2 changes
- 14:595h30Downham Market20:29Edinburgh£1961One-way2 changes
- 18:334h59Downham Market23:32Edinburgh£2001One-way2 changes
- 8:295h00Downham Market13:29Edinburgh£2001One-way2 changes
- 6:295h01Downham Market11:30Edinburgh£2001One-way2 changes
- 16:295h02Downham Market21:31Edinburgh£2001One-way2 changes
- 17:295h03Downham Market22:32Edinburgh£1961One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Downham Market to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Downham Market to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 439 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£105 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Downham Market to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Downham Market to Edinburgh trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:03 Downham Market | 5h24 | 10:27 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 6:29 Downham Market | 5h01 | 11:30 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 6:59 Downham Market | 5h28 | 12:27 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 8:29 Downham Market | 5h00 | 13:29 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 8:59 Downham Market | 5h28 | 14:27 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 9:59 Downham Market | 5h32 | 15:31 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 10:59 Downham Market | 5h28 | 16:27 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 11:59 Downham Market | 5h29 | 17:28 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 12:59 Downham Market | 5h29 | 18:28 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 13:59 Downham Market | 5h31 | 19:30 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 14:59 Downham Market | 5h30 | 20:29 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 16:29 Downham Market | 5h02 | 21:31 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 17:29 Downham Market | 5h03 | 22:32 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 18:33 Downham Market | 4h59 | 23:32 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Downham Market to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Downham Market to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £60 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 17:59. The fastest train covers the 439 km distance in 5h 32m.
Distance 439 km |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 17:59 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Great Northern from Downham Market to Edinburgh trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Downham Market and Edinburgh from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Downham Market to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Downham Market to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Downham Market and Edinburgh
Most Downham Market to Edinburgh trains use the Downham Market to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Downham Market and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Downham Market station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Downham Market from Downham Market city centre
Downham Market train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Downham Market.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Downham Market.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Downham Market: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Downham Market: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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