How to get from Downham West to Shimpling by bus and train?

Downham West to Shimpling - Train Timetable

The GREAT NORTHERN train from Downham West to Shimpling runs from 05:01 to 23:01, with departures every 30 min-1 hr. The journey takes about 2 hr 50 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Downham West to Shimpling by bus and train

To get from Downham West to Shimpling in East Anglia, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Dow station to Cambridge station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREATER ANGLIA train and finally take the 45 bus from Bus Station, Bury St Edmunds station to Thorn Court Corner, Cockfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Downham West may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shimpling on the Moovit app.

170min
Walk to train station
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Bus - 4545
Walk to Shimpling
Leaves from Dow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dow
    670 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - GREAT NORTHERNGREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    London Kings Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cambridge
    37 min
  • 4
    Train - GREATER ANGLIAGREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Ipswich
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bury St Edmunds
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Bury St Edmunds
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    750 m • 10 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Sudbury
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thorn Court Corner, Cockfield
    ID sufagdtw
    30 min
  • 9
    Walk to Shimpling
    Walk to
    Shimpling
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Downham West to Shimpling

The distance between Downham West, East Anglia and Shimpling, East Anglia is approximately 114.26 km, which can typically be travelled in 170 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downham West to Shimpling 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 West to Shimpling

To check the bus and train timetable from Downham West to Shimpling using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Downham West) and destination (Shimpling), 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 West to Shimpling?

    The fastest way takes 170 minutes, using Train line GREAT NORTHERN, Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line 45.

  • Is there a direct train between Downham West and Shimpling in East Anglia?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 50 min.

  • Which train line goes from Downham West to Shimpling in East Anglia?

    The GREAT NORTHERN train line goes from Dow station near Downham West to Cambridge station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Cambridge station near Shimpling in East Anglia.

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

    The total travel time between Downham West and Shimpling in East Anglia by train and bus is about 2 hr 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Downham West to get to Shimpling in East Anglia?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Downham West and Shimpling in East Anglia?

    Get off the train at the Cambridge stop, which is closest to Shimpling in East Anglia.

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