What is the cheapest way to get from Downham Market to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Downham Market to Leicester is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downham Market to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Downham Market to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Downham Market and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Downham Market to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Downham Market and arriving at Leicester via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Downham Market to Leicester?

The distance between Downham Market and Leicester is 98 miles. The road distance is 72.6 miles.

How do I travel from Downham Market to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Downham Market to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £40 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Downham Market to Leicester?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Downham Market to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downham Market to Leicester train from?

Downham Market to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.

Where does the Downham Market to Leicester train arrive?

Downham Market to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Downham Market to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Downham Market to Leicester is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Downham Market to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Downham Market to Leicester?

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 985+ hotels available in Leicester.

Downham Market to Leicester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Downham Market to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 34m
£42–68
Drive 72.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downham Market to Leicestercar 72.2 mi
1h 33m
£18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Downham Market to Cambridge Northtrain
2. Take the bus from Cambridge North station to Mortimer Roadbus 2
3. Take the bus from Parkside to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
3h 55m
£26–48

Downham Market to Leicester by train

113Weekly Trains

2h 34mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 97.9 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Ely to Leicester hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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