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Visit National Horse Racing Museum car-free
It’s easy to visit the National Horse Racing Museum car-free.
Trains run to Newmarket from: Cambridge (20 mins), Ipswich (55 mins) and Bury St Edmunds (20 mins), with connections from towns such as Norwich and Colchester.
Buses run to Newmarket from: Cambridge (30 mins), Bury St Edmunds (50 mins) and Thetford (40 mins).
Check out our recommended route (below) and then use our journey planner (above) for door-to-door train, bus and walking routes.
Discount: Enjoy 2for1 entry with a valid train or bus ticket or bike helmet.
For money-saving tips see our handy guides to trains, buses and transport in Suffolk.
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Cycle route National Route 51 passes outside the museum. Plan your route here, and find out more about cycling in Newmarket.
Walking route the Stour Valley Path goes to Newmarket through the Dedham Vale.
Taxis should be booked in advance.
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Getting to National Horse Racing Museum car-free
Here's our recommended route to National Horse Racing Museum. To get bus and train times and walking routes use our journey planner.
By train
There are direct trains to Newmarket from: Cambridge (20 mins), Bury St Edmunds (20 mins), Stowmarket (40 mins), Needham Market (50 mins) and Ipswich (55 mins).
Connections: Change at Ipswich from Chelmsford (35 mins) or Colchester (20 mins). Change at Stowmarket from Norwich (30 mins). Change at Cambridge from London St Pancras (70 mins) or Kings Cross (50 mins).
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Its then about a 10-minute stroll.
By bus from Cambridge
Bus 727 and bus 728 run from Cambridge direct to the museum. Buses leave from Parkside (bay 17). The journey takes about 30 minutes. Hop off at the National Horse Racing Museum bus stop on the High Street.
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Bus 12 (40 mins) runs from Cambridge to the centre of Newmarket. Buses leave from Drummer Street bus station (bay 8, sheltered) regularly (none on Sundays). The journey takes about 40 minutes. Hop off at the National Horse Racing Museum bus stop on the High Street.
By bus from Bury St Edmunds
Bus 312 runs from Bury St Edmunds to the centre of Newmarket. Buses leave from Bury St Edmunds bus station (stand 8, sheltered) a few times per day (none on Sundays). The journey takes about 50 minutes. Hop off at The Guineas bus station (sheltered). It’s then about a 5-minute stroll.
Bus 16 goes via Mildenhall and takes about 80 minutes If you live in a rural area without access to transport, try community transport.
By bus from other towns
About National Horse Racing Museum
This amazing visitor attraction provides something for the whole family. Take a journey back in time with a series of interactive displays and exhibitions, find out what it takes to be a jockey and gallop past the finishing post on our racehorse simulator. We’re more than just a museum here!
Explore the delights and historical snapshots that can be found throughout; the galleries in the King’s Yard and Trainer’s House tell the story of horseracing from its earliest origins, to the world-wide phenomenon it is today.
Did you know we’re also the home of Retraining of Racehorses? Take a wander to the Rothschild Yard and meet former racehorses, and find out about their new careers, as they take on a new journey post racing.
The museum is lucky enough to have two catering options on site, so be sure to give them a visit whilst on your trip. The Tack Room restaurant features the best of British produce, with a cosy vibe during winter and alfresco dining patio for summer. The Bakery, found at the end of the Kings Yard, serves a delicious selection of pastries, cakes, cold and hot drinks.
For any queries about visiting contact National Horse Racing Museum on 01638 667314 or [email protected]
Address: National Horseracing Museum, Palace Street, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8EP. Visit Website