Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Newmarket travel guide

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You're Going to Love Newmarket

With a population of 17,324, Newmarket is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Newmarket to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Newmarket

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Three Blackbirds (36 Ditton Green Woodditton) and TwentyOne @ The Greyhound (Meeting Green) are great picks.

When to visit Newmarket

Newmarket in December
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newmarket in December
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Newmarket

Plane

When flying to Newmarket, you’ll arrive at Cambridge (CBG), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Newmarket departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Newmarket, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Newmarket to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 4 miles from the city centre, Newmarket Kennett is the busiest station in Newmarket. Another popular train station is Newmarket, located 0.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newmarket is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 56 miles from Newmarket. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newmarket, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Newmarket takes 95 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

When flying to Newmarket, you’ll arrive at Cambridge (CBG), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Newmarket departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Newmarket, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Newmarket to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 4 miles from the city centre, Newmarket Kennett is the busiest station in Newmarket. Another popular train station is Newmarket, located 0.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newmarket is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 56 miles from Newmarket. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newmarket, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Newmarket takes 95 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Newmarket

NWINorwich Arpt
CBGCambridge

Airlines serving Newmarket

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Newmarket

Average rates range from around £102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £107 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Newmarket

Most booked hotels in Newmarket

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The Jockey Club Rooms
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£134+
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Hyatt Centric Cambridge
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Novotel Cambridge North
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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ibis Cambridge Central Station
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Rectory Farm
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£59+
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Hiring a car in Newmarket

Hiring a car in Newmarket costs £25 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Newmarket (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Newmarket is Full-size (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Newmarket costs £25 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Newmarket (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Newmarket is Full-size (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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