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Outbound fromHull to Downham Market by train
It takes an average of 4h 8m to travel from Hull to Downham Market by train, over a distance of around 84 miles (135 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Hull to Downham Market and tickets for this journey start from £26.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:51 | |
| Departure station | Hull | |
| Arrival station | Downham Market | |
| Journey time | From 3h 6m | |
| Distance | 84 miles (135 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £26.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Hull Trains, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway |
About the train journey from Hull to Downham Market
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The train from Hull to Downham Market usually takes 4 hours 8 minutes on average to travel 84 miles (135 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 6 minutes. You can expect to find 7 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Downham Market, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Hull to Downham Market if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £26.70. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Hull to Downham Market
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Hull to Downham Market is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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