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National Horseracing Museum
Modern museum of horseracing with galleries, retired racehorses and interactive displays. Essential for understanding Newmarket’s identity.
Cheapest price on 18 Oct
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Oct
£9
Fastest journey on 18 Oct
20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Oct
20 m
Trains on 18 Oct
2
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Newmarket is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Newmarket will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Sun 18 Oct, we found 2 trains from Cambridge to Newmarket, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Trains from Cambridge to Newmarket run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 19m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 22:55 |
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The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Newmarket trains for today, Saturday 17 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P02132 | On time 14:48 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h19 | 15:07 Newmarket station (NMK) | 0 changesdirect | |
P02138 | On time 15:48 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h20 | 16:08 Newmarket station (NMK) | 0 changesdirect | |
P02142 | On time 16:48 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h20 | 17:08 Newmarket station (NMK) | 0 changesdirect | |
P02147 | On time 17:45 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h20 | 18:05 Newmarket station (NMK) | 0 changesdirect | |
P02151 | 18:45 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h20 | 19:05 Newmarket station (NMK) | 0 changesdirect | |
P02156 | 20:48 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h19 | 21:07 Newmarket station (NMK) | 0 changesdirect | |
P02159 | 21:48 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h20 | 22:08 Newmarket station (NMK) | 0 changesdirect | |
P02163 | 22:48 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h20 | 23:08 Newmarket station (NMK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 18 October | |||||
![]() | 12:46 Cambridge | 0h20 | 13:06 Newmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Modern museum of horseracing with galleries, retired racehorses and interactive displays. Essential for understanding Newmarket’s identity.
Art gallery within Palace House presenting changing exhibitions in an elegant historic setting connected to Newmarket’s royal past.
Historic royal residence integrated into the horseracing museum site. Displays reveal court life and Newmarket’s early racing history.
Open heathland with famous training gallops and wide views. It is the best place to experience Newmarket’s morning racing atmosphere.
Main street lined with shops and historic buildings, ideal for seeing daily town life and several key landmarks on foot.
Central green and event space near the High Street, often used for public gatherings. A practical stop during a walk around town.
A Suffolk pub classic of pork sausages served on mashed potato with onion gravy. Traditional comfort food widely eaten across the county.
Ham from pigs cured in the village of Barnham, near Newmarket. It is prized for its mild saltiness and long East Anglian tradition.
Small freshwater fish from the Broads and Suffolk coast, usually fried or grilled. A classic regional snack or starter with a long local history.
Popular local venue for brunch, coffee, cakes and light lunches. Friendly and casual, with a dependable daytime reputation.
Smart modern Indian restaurant known for refined curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a polished town-centre setting.
Traditional steakhouse and grill with hearty portions, classic sides and an easy-going atmosphere close to the town centre.
Generally moderate for the UK: dining and hotels are lower than London, while rail fares and event weekends can raise costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis and small café bills only if service was good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Newmarket by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newmarket, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cambridge to Newmarket trains use the Cambridge to Newmarket station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Newmarket train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Newmarket has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Newmarket.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 801 028 28 78.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newmarket: Parking.
Available at Newmarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newmarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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