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Downham Market Museum
Local heritage museum covering Fenland life, trade and town history with compact displays in a central setting.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
14 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
14 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kings Lynn 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 Kings Lynn to Downham Market will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Kings Lynn to Downham Market, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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 Kings Lynn to Downham Market among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 17 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m 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 take longer:
Coach takes on average 30m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (14m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £3 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.
The table below shows live departures for Kings Lynn to Downham Market trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:19 Kings Lynn | 0h14 | 20:33 Downham Market | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Kings Lynn to Downham Market run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 13m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Discover the best of Downham Market — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Downham Market trip today.
Local heritage museum covering Fenland life, trade and town history with compact displays in a central setting.
Working station museum on the heritage railway, with railway exhibits and restored buildings that bring local transport history to life.
Museum in King’s Lynn exploring local stories, social history and collections in a historic riverside building within easy reach of town.
The town’s central marketplace, lined with historic buildings and shops, and still the best place to feel local character.
Popular waterside area around the sluice with broad Fenland views, birdlife and access to walks beside the river channels.
Nearby country park with lakes, woodland and easy trails, offering a peaceful outdoor break a short drive from Downham Market.
A Norfolk staple of samphire, the salty marsh plant gathered from the coast, usually lightly steamed with butter and served with local fish.
Traditional Norfolk fish stew made with mixed white fish, often with mussels and prawns in a savoury broth. It reflects the county’s coastal food heritage.
Locally grown asparagus from the Fen edge, prized in spring for its freshness and sweetness. Often simply cooked to showcase Norfolk produce.
Popular Indian restaurant offering curries, tandoori dishes, and friendly table service in a comfortable town-centre setting.
Traditional pub in Downham Market serving British classics, ales, and hearty meals in a relaxed historic setting.
Casual café and restaurant known for breakfasts, lunches, coffee, and homemade cakes in an easy-going atmosphere.
Moderate for a small English market town. Dining and local transport are fairly priced, while hotel rates can rise in peak season and are often higher than in similar rural areas.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up or tip a little for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kings Lynn 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.

Most Kings Lynn to Downham Market trains use the Kings Lynn to Downham Market station pair. Use this guide to compare Kings Lynn and Downham Market train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kings Lynn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kings Lynn.
Wi-Fi is available at Kings Lynn. ATMs are available at Kings Lynn.
Ticket office support is available at Kings Lynn.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kings Lynn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kings Lynn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kings Lynn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the bridge outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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