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The cheapest and fastest trains from Downham Market to Herne Bay
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
146 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Downham Market to Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Fast trains
To travel from Downham Market to Herne Bay you need to make at least one change.
08:393h02
Downham Market11:41Herne Bay
£891One-way
1 change
09:403h01
Downham Market12:41Herne Bay
£891One-way
1 change
10:393h02
Downham Market13:41Herne Bay
£891One-way
1 change
11:393h02
Downham Market14:41Herne Bay
£891One-way
1 change
12:393h02
Downham Market15:41Herne Bay
£891One-way
1 change
09:403h01
Downham Market12:41Herne Bay
£891One-way
1 change
08:393h02
Downham Market11:41Herne Bay
£891One-way
1 change
10:393h02
Downham Market13:41Herne Bay
£891One-way
1 change
11:393h02
Downham Market14:41Herne Bay
£891One-way
1 change
12:393h02
Downham Market15:41Herne Bay
£891One-way
1 change
Live departures
Downham Market to Herne Bay train times
The table below shows live departures for Downham Market to Herne Bay trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:44
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W58538+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ P74271 · P75663 | Delayed 10:51 10:29Downham Market station (DOW) | 4h16 | 14:45 Herne Bay station (HNB) | 3 changes | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| 08:39 Downham Market | 3h02 | 11:41 Herne Bay | 1 change | |
| 09:40 Downham Market | 3h01 | 12:41 Herne Bay | 1 change | |
| 10:39 Downham Market | 3h02 | 13:41 Herne Bay | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Downham Market to Herne Bay
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Downham Market to Herne Bay run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £89 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 3h 1m.
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 146 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £89 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 23:13 |
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: Great Northern from Downham Market to Herne Bay trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Downham Market and Herne Bay from £89. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£89
Great Northern frequency
10 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 Herne Bay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Downham Market to Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Downham Market to Herne Bay is not feasible due to the journey time of 3h 1m. However, there are 8 trains available per day.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Herne Bay is ideal for exploring its coastal attractions, enjoying the seaside promenade, visiting local museums, and experiencing the charming town centre.
Booking trains from Downham Market to Herne Bay in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Downham Market to Herne Bay is 146 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Downham Market to Herne Bay can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £89, while the average price tends to be around £89.
The train journey from Downham Market to Herne Bay covers a distance of 146 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Downham Market to Herne Bay is by train, costing approximately £89.
The train station in Downham Market that goes to Herne Bay is Downham Market station (DOW), and it arrives at Herne Bay station (HNB).
The first train from Downham Market to Herne Bay leaves at 5:28.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Downham Market to Herne Bay.
Yes, you can take the train from Downham Market to Herne Bay.
To travel from Downham Market to Herne Bay, you can take a train.
The last train from Downham Market to Herne Bay departs at 23:13.
Trains from Downham Market to Herne Bay run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Downham Market to Herne Bay.
There is no night train service from Downham Market to Herne Bay.
The train journey from Downham Market to Herne Bay offers a mix of scenic views, especially as it passes through the countryside of Norfolk and parts of Kent, showcasing fields and rural landscapes.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Downham Market and Herne Bay
Downham Market
Herne Bay
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 Herne Bay.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
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 Herne Bay is Herne Bay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Herne Bay for your journey to Herne Bay from Downham Market.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London direct from the station entrance. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Only Stepped access via the station subway to platform 1 for services towards London. No step free interchange between platforms.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: platform 2
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room On Platform 1 and also in the booking hall - only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Herne Bay
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt
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