The cheapest and fastest trains from Ely to Downham Market
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ely to Downham Market is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ely to Downham Market will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ely for Downham Market every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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.
11:040h16Ely11:20Downham Market£101One-way0 changes
11:040h16Ely11:20Downham Market£101One-way0 changes
Live departures
Ely to Downham Market train times
The table below shows live departures for Ely to Downham Market trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:04 Ely | 0h16 | 11:20 Downham Market | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ely to Downham Market
Trains from Ely to Downham Market run on average 6 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 16m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Northern from Ely to Downham Market trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Ely and Downham Market from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ely to Downham Market train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ely to Downham Market 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ely and Downham Market
Most Ely to Downham Market trains use the Ely to Downham Market station pair. Use this guide to compare Ely and Downham Market train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ely station do trains to Downham Market leave from?
Getting to Ely from Ely city centre
Ely train station facilities and services
Ely has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ely.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ely.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ely. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ely: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ely: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ely: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Downham Market station do trains from Ely arrive at?
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.
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