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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Newmarket
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Newmarket is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Newmarket will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Newmarket every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 52 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.
Live departures
Cardiff to Newmarket train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Newmarket trains for tomorrow, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:14 Cardiff | 4h52 | 09:06 Newmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Newmarket
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Trains from Cardiff to Newmarket run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 260 km distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 260 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 18:20 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Cardiff to Newmarket trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Cardiff and Newmarket from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Newmarket train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Newmarket
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 801 028 28 78
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop outside station entrance.
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