How to get from Downham Market to Colne by bus and train?

Downham Market to Colne - Train Timetable

The GREAT NORTHERN train from Downham Market to Colne runs from 05:01 to 20:57, with departures every 25 min-1 hr. The journey takes about 2 hr 4 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Downham Market to Colne by bus and train

To get from Downham Market to Colne in East Anglia, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Dow station to Ely station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ELY ZIPPER 2 bus and finally take the T12 bus from Vermuyden Gardens, Sutton station to Greenfields, Earith station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The bus and train schedule from Downham Market may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colne on the Moovit app.

124min
Walk to train station
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Bus - ELY ZIPPER 2ELY ZIPPER 2
Bus - T12T12
Walk to Colne
Leaves from Dow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dow
    790 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - GREAT NORTHERNGREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    London Kings Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ely
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tesco, Ely
    ID CMBDGPAM
    290 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - ELY ZIPPER 2ELY ZIPPER 2
    Wait for bus
    ELY ZIPPER 2
    March
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vermuyden Gardens, Sutton
    ID CMBDJGPA
    17 min
  • 7
    Bus - T12T12
    Wait for bus
    T12
    Longstanton
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Greenfields, Earith
    ID CMBDMWJD
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Colne
    Walk to
    Colne
    1.97 km • 25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Downham Market to Colne

The distance between Downham Market, East Anglia and Colne, East Anglia is approximately 47.62 km, which can typically be traveled in 124 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downham Market to Colne by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in East Anglia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Downham Market to Colne

To check the bus and train timetable from Downham Market to Colne using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Downham Market) and destination (Colne), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Downham Market to Colne?

    The fastest way takes 124 minutes, using Train line GREAT NORTHERN, Bus line ELY ZIPPER 2, Bus line T12.

  • Is there a direct train between Downham Market and Colne in East Anglia?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total traveling time is 2 hr 4 min.

  • Which train line goes from Downham Market to Colne in East Anglia?

    The GREAT NORTHERN train line goes from Dow station near Downham Market to Ely station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Ely station near Colne in East Anglia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Downham Market to Colne in East Anglia by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Downham Market and Colne in East Anglia by train and bus is about 2 hr 4 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Downham Market to get to Colne in East Anglia?

    Get on the GREAT NORTHERN train from the Dow station near Downham Market in East Anglia.

  • Where do I get off the train when traveling between Downham Market and Colne in East Anglia?

    Get off the train at the Ely stop, which is closest to Colne in East Anglia.

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