Getting to Duxford Air Shows
Duxford Air Shows are easy to get to by car and train.
With limited onsite parking we encourage you to use our free event shuttle buses from and to Cambridge Train Station via Trumpington Park and Ride at Junction 11 off the M11.
If you do drive to the event, you must have a pre-purchased parking permit and follow signs on your arrival. Traffic management plans will be in place for your ease and safety on the day.
Our travel guidance is constantly updated. Please check back regularly for up-to-date advice.
Travelling by car
Keep up to date on road works and traffic on the day with Highways England. Please do not follow satnav on the day as traffic management plans will be in place to keep your car moving.
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Where we are
IWM Duxford is just south of Cambridge at Junction 10 off the M11 motorway, less than 50 miles from Central London and approximately 40 minutes from the M25 (Junction 27).
Via the M11, the Museum is easily accessible from the A1, A14, M1 and the North.
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Parking permits
There is limited parking space at the event and parking permits must be pre-booked when you purchase your tickets.
The easiest way to travel by car is to use our free event shuttle bus service from Trumpington Park and Ride at Junction 11 off the M11.
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Blue Badge parking permits
Please check Blue Badge parking availability before you book. Visitors booking Blue Badge parking permits must have a valid Blue Badge (or international equivalent) to show on the day.
Blue Badge parking will be signposted on arrival.
Please note, public electric vehicle charging stations are not currently available at IWM Duxford.
Trumpington Park and Ride
Parking on site is limited. Beat the traffic by parking at Trumpington Park and Ride. Free event shuttle buses run from and to IWM Duxford Visitor Centre throughout the day.
Arrival and departure information will be published before the event in our FAQs.
Event Shuttle Bus Times
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Departure times from Cambridge Train Station (Station Place)
Every 20 mins starting from 8.30am up until 1.30pm.
Allow 30 mins bus journey time for arrival at IWM Duxford Visitor Centre.
Shuttles will restart from IWM Duxford for the return journey from 3pm to 6.30pm.
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Departure times from Trumpington Park & Ride
Every 20 mins starting from 8.30am up until 1.30pm.
Allow 20 mins bus journey time for arrival at IWM Duxford Visitor Centre.
Shuttles will restart from IWM Duxford for the return journey from 3pm to 6.30pm.
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Departure times from IWM Duxford Visitor Centre
Every 20 mins from 3pm until the last bus leaves at 6.30pm for Cambridge Train Station, via Trumpington Park & Ride.
Travelling by Train
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Cambridge Train Station
Free event shuttle buses run from and to Cambridge train station (Station Place) to IWM Duxford visitor centre. Follow the signs for Bus Interchange outside the station. Shuttle bus use is included with your Duxford Air Shows ticket.
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Whittlesford Parkway
There are no event shuttle buses from Whittlesford Parkway, but you can walk from the train station.
Please allow 30 minutes to complete your journey and be aware it is alongside the busy A505. You will need to cross slip roads to get to the event.
For families and groups with young children, we do not recommend walking to the Duxford Air Show. Have you considered our free event shuttle buses?
Other ways to get to Duxford Air Shows
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By motorbike
Parking for motorbikes is free in the main visitor centre car park on flat ground. You do not need to purchase a parking permit.
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By cycling
Bicycle racks are available for use and are located next to the Visitor Centre at the main IWM Duxford entrance.
Coaches and groups welcome
We are looking for coach tour operators who share our passion for delivering high quality, unforgettable experiences to guests at IWM Duxford Air Shows. Contact us today.
In 2025 we cannot accommodate general aviation bookings to Flying Season events at IWM Duxford. Learn more about flying into Duxford.
Location
Address
IWM Duxford
Duxford
Cambridgeshure
CB22 4QR
- Royston
- Whittlesford Parkway