The average train between Watford and Downham Market takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is an hourly train service from Watford 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 Watford and Downham Market. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Downham Market at 12:53 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Watford to Downham Market. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Downham Market station via Downham Market. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Watford to Downham Market train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from King's Cross station.
Watford to Downham Market train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Downham Market station.
Book your Watford to Downham Market train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Great Northern and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Watford and Downham Market is 117.8 km. The road distance is 167 km.
Great Northern operates a train from King's Cross to Downham Market hourly. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 1h 28m.