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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Downham Market to Cambridge for your selected date and time.
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Before you start your journey
Departing from Downham Market
- Departure station
- Downham Market station guide
- Address
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- Railway Rd, Downham Market PE38 9EN
Operators serving Downham Market
- Great Northern Rail
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Facilities at Downham Market
- Toilets
- Ticket Office
- Cafe
Parking & meeting your train
- Station car park
Explore the area around Downham Market
- Downham Market Town Hall
About your departure station
Opened in 1846, this Fenland station thrived on agricultural traffic.
Its strategic position made it a WWII military hub.
The 1980s brought decline, but 21st century commuter demand revived fortunes.
2018's £10m upgrade modernized facilities while respecting historic character.
Downham Market exemplifies how rural stations can thrive by serving multiple purposes connecting farmers, commuters and tourists.
The station's story mirrors the Fens' economic shifts, from purely agricultural to diversified.
Its success proves even modest market towns can sustain quality rail links when integrated into regional transport strategies.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Downham Market to Cambridge?
Open the ticket search and enter Downham Market as your departure station and Cambridge as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Downham Market and Cambridge?
Review the complete itinerary in the journey results. It shows the individual services and connections for the option you select.
Can I include a Railcard?
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