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Trip Overview

The average train between Downham Market and Manchester takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Downham Market to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 3m
Duration
202 mi
Distance
£94
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Downham Market to Manchester train times

Trains run hourly between Downham Market and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Downham Market is at 8:33 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Great NorthernCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great NorthernCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Great NorthernCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great NorthernCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Great NorthernCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great NorthernCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Great NorthernCross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 20m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Downham Market to Manchester? 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.

Map of how to get from Downham Market to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 202.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Downham Market, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Downham Market to Manchester Piccadilly via Ely and Nuneaton in around 4h 48m.

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