How to get from Foxton to Shimpling by bus and train?

Foxton to Shimpling - Train Timetable

The GREAT NORTHERN train from Foxton to Shimpling runs from 01:02 to 00:22, with departures every 20 min-4 hr 30 min. The journey takes about 2 hr 16 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Foxton to Shimpling by bus and train

To get from Foxton to Shimpling in East Anglia, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Foxton station to Cambridge station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREATER ANGLIA train and finally take the 46 bus from Bus Station, Bury St Edmunds station to Abbey Farm, Cockfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Foxton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shimpling on the Moovit app.

136min
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Bus - 4646
Walk to Shimpling
Leaves from Foxton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Foxton
  • 2
    Train - GREAT NORTHERNGREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Cambridge
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cambridge
    12 min
  • 4
    Train - GREATER ANGLIAGREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Ipswich
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bury St Edmunds
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Bury St Edmunds
    ID sufgjtdw
    750 m • 10 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4646
    Wait for bus
    46
    Sudbury
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Abbey Farm, Cockfield
    ID sufagjam
    26 min
  • 9
    Walk to Shimpling
    Walk to
    Shimpling
    2.7 km • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Foxton to Shimpling

The distance between Foxton, East Anglia and Shimpling, East Anglia is approximately 75.65 km, which can typically be travelled in 136 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Foxton to Shimpling by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in East Anglia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Foxton to Shimpling

To check the bus and train timetable from Foxton to Shimpling using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Foxton) and destination (Shimpling), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Foxton to Shimpling?

    The fastest way takes 136 minutes, using Train line GREAT NORTHERN, Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line 46.

  • Is there a direct train between Foxton and Shimpling in East Anglia?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from Foxton to Shimpling in East Anglia?

    The GREAT NORTHERN train line goes from Cambridge station near Foxton to Bury St Edmunds station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Bury St Edmunds station near Shimpling in East Anglia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Foxton to Shimpling in East Anglia by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Foxton and Shimpling in East Anglia by train and bus is about 2 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Foxton to get to Shimpling in East Anglia?

    Get on the GREAT NORTHERN train from the Cambridge station near Foxton in East Anglia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Foxton and Shimpling in East Anglia?

    Get off the train at the Bury St Edmunds stop, which is closest to Shimpling in East Anglia.

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