First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 2 m
Trains on 18 Sept
10
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford to Newmarket is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to Newmarket will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Stratford to Newmarket you need to make at least 2 changes.
P77168 · P66662 · P01347
L54486 · P66667 · P02155
L55783 · P76362 · P01347
P77164 · P66657 · P02150
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P02146Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford to Newmarket among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £40, while a coach costs an average of £41.
Distance: 83 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stratford to Newmarket:
A train is £0.58 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Stratford to Newmarket costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Newmarket take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 19m.
Trains from Stratford to Newmarket run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 22:18 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Discover the best of Newmarket — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newmarket trip today.
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 Stratford 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 Stratford to Newmarket trains use the Stratford (London) to Newmarket station pair. Use this guide to compare Stratford and Newmarket train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Stratford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford International.
ATMs are available at Stratford International.
Ticket office support is available at Stratford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stratford International: Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Maryland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Maryland.
Wi-Fi is available at Maryland.
Ticket office support is available at Maryland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maryland: Parking, WC.
Available at Maryland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maryland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, 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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