The average train between Bolton and Downham Market takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Downham Market. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bolton and Downham Market. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Downham Market at 9:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 47m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bolton to Downham Market? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Downham Market. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Downham Market station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Bolton to Downham Market train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Downham Market train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Bolton to Downham Market train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Bolton and Downham Market is 217 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Downham Market via Manchester Piccadilly, Nuneaton, and Ely in around 5h 37m.