Cambridge to Newmarket bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cambridge to Newmarket

Showing times and prices for Feb 01

Cheapest price

€10

Average price

€10

Fastest journey

30 m

Average duration

30 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

20 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cambridge to Newmarket is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cambridge to Newmarket will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Cambridge for Newmarket on Sun, Feb 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Feb 01 the direct buses cover the 20 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .

On Sun, Feb 01 the slowest buses will take 30 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.

National ExpressNX728
11:45AM0h30
Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
12:15PMNewmarket, High Street
101One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX728
10:05AM0h30
Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
10:35AMNewmarket, High Street
101One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Cambridge to Newmarket

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Newmarket among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €5.

Distance: 20 km

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Train

€9

Average price

Cheapest

€10

Average price

1h 5m

Average total duration

35m

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30m

Additional time*

50m

Average total duration

Fastest

20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Cambridge to Newmarket bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Newmarket buses for tomorrow, Sunday, February 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:11 PM
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national_expressNX72810:05 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
0h30
10:35 AM Newmarket, High Street0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX72811:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
0h30
12:15 PM Newmarket, High Street0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Newmarket

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Buses from Cambridge to Newmarket run on average 9 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by train.

There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 20 km distance in 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €5
Distance
20 km
Average bus duration
35m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
25m
First bus
01:00
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €5

Bus providers: National Express from Cambridge to NewmarketYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Newmarket with National Express for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
25m
Cheapest Price
€7
National Express frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from Cambridge to Newmarket

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Newmarket by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newmarket, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cambridge to Newmarket can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cambridge to Newmarket is €9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cambridge to Newmarket is 25m to travel the 20 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cambridge to Newmarket leaves at 1:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cambridge to Newmarket leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Cambridge to Newmarket with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Cambridge to Newmarket, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Newmarket. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cambridge and Newmarket and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Newmarket from Cambridge is worth doing with a journey time of 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cambridge to Newmarket is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cambridge and Newmarket including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cambridge to Newmarket:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cambridge to Newmarket for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cambridge to Newmarket depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cambridge to Newmarket.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cambridge to Newmarket:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cambridge to Newmarket:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cambridge to Newmarket.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cambridge to Newmarket with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cambridge to Newmarket with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cambridge to Newmarket with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Cambridge to Newmarket

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The major bus station for departures in Cambridge is Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) for your trip from Cambridge to Newmarket.
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