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Trip Summary
There are 8 daily trains from Newmarket to Saffron Walden. Traveling by train from Newmarket to Saffron Walden usually takes around 47 minutes, but the fastest Greater Anglia train can make the trip in 44 minutes.
| Distance | 17 mi (27 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 44m |
| Lowest price | €14.96 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Newmarket to Saffron Walden?
2 train services operate from Newmarket to Saffron Walden. Greater Anglia usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia | 7 | 0h 46m | €14.96 |
| Greater Anglia + Connections | 1 | 0h 59m | €14.96 |
Greater Anglia is an east-of-England train company that serves Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. Greater Anglia is known for providing affordable travel options and is in the process of upgrading its train cars with WiFi. Restrooms are available onboard, and power outlets are available at some seats.
Greater Anglia + Connections train tickets from Newmarket to Saffron Walden start from €15, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Greater Anglia + Connections schedules to Saffron Walden. Greater Anglia + Connections in Newmarket leaves from Newmarket Train Station . And in Saffron Walden trains arrive at Audley End .
From Newmarket to Saffron Walden train travel on Greater Anglia + Connections takes 0 hours and 59 minutes. If you are looking to get to Saffron Walden faster, Greater Anglia + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 44 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Saffron Walden on a weekend there is typically one Greater Anglia + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Newmarket.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Newmarket to Saffron Walden are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Newmarket at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Saffron Walden to Newmarket.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Newmarket?
Main departure station: Newmarket Train Station
There is one train station in Newmarket.
All train stations in Newmarket:
Newmarket Train Station
Where is the train station in Saffron Walden?
Main arrival station: Audley End Station
Saffron Walden has one train station.
Train stations in Saffron Walden:
Audley End Station
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