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Moyse's Hall Museum
Museum inside Moyse's Hall, presenting local history, fine art and changing displays in one of the town's oldest buildings.
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
11 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Bury Saint Edmunds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Bournemouth to Bury Saint Edmunds you need to make at least 2 changes.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Bury Saint Edmunds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, and a coach costs an average of £56.
Distance: 247 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£56 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Buses from Bournemouth to Bury Saint Edmunds run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £29 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:48, the last at 16:24. The fastest coach covers the 247 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 247 km |
Average bus duration 8h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 5:48 |
Last bus 16:24 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Museum inside Moyse's Hall, presenting local history, fine art and changing displays in one of the town's oldest buildings.
Historic house museum recreating domestic life through period rooms and displays linked to local social history.
Compact gallery showing contemporary and modern art, photography and craft exhibitions in a central heritage building.
Town-centre gardens around the abbey ruins, with lawns, flower beds and space for walking, picnics and quiet breaks.
Elegant Georgian square with the theatre, mature trees and surrounding historic buildings, ideal for a gentle town-centre stroll.
Popular green space with boating lake, play areas and paths, well suited to families and relaxed walks near the centre.
A strong, ruby ale first brewed by Greene King in Bury St Edmunds. It is a long-standing local pint closely tied to the town’s brewing identity.
A classic Suffolk smoked herring, traditionally cured and smoked over oak. It is one of East Anglia’s best-known coastal specialities.
A semi-hard Suffolk cheese with a creamy, slightly nutty flavour. It is a regional staple often served on ploughman’s lunches and cheeseboards.
Refined modern British dining in an elegant townhouse setting, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Popular restaurant focused on steak and grilled dishes, with a lively yet relaxed atmosphere in the town centre.
Historic pub dining with a classic British menu, local ales and a characterful setting near the Abbey Gardens.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, but tourist stays and restaurant meals still cost more than in many smaller UK towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. No tip is expected in cafés, but small change is appreciated.
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Bury St Edmunds, St Andrews Street North -> Cornhill, Bury St Edmunds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Bury Saint Edmunds by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bury Saint Edmunds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bournemouth to Bury Saint Edmunds buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Bury Saint Edmunds bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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