- Recommended
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.
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Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Bury Saint Edmunds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Cambridge to Bury Saint Edmunds and enjoy the approximately 41 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 05:15, the last at 22:50.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Distance 41 km |
First bus 5:15 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Frequently asked questions about your Cambridge to Bury Saint Edmunds trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cambridge to Bury Saint Edmunds.
The earliest coach from Cambridge to Bury Saint Edmunds leaves at 5:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cambridge to Bury Saint Edmunds leaves at 22:50.
Live departures
Cambridge to Bury Saint Edmunds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Bury Saint Edmunds coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 16:50 Cambridge | 1h24 | 18:14 Bury Saint Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Things to do in Bury Saint Edmunds
Discover the best of Bury Saint Edmunds — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bury Saint Edmunds trip today.
- Recommended
The Guildhall
Historic house museum recreating domestic life through period rooms and displays linked to local social history.
The Apex Gallery
Compact gallery showing contemporary and modern art, photography and craft exhibitions in a central heritage building.
- Must visit
Abbey Gardens
Town-centre gardens around the abbey ruins, with lawns, flower beds and space for walking, picnics and quiet breaks.
- Recommended
Angel Hill
Elegant Georgian square with the theatre, mature trees and surrounding historic buildings, ideal for a gentle town-centre stroll.
- Recommended
Nowton Park
Popular green space with boating lake, play areas and paths, well suited to families and relaxed walks near the centre.
Abbot Ale
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.
- Gluten-free
Kipper
A classic Suffolk smoked herring, traditionally cured and smoked over oak. It is one of East Anglia’s best-known coastal specialities.
- Gluten-free
Suffolk Gold Cheese
A semi-hard Suffolk cheese with a creamy, slightly nutty flavour. It is a regional staple often served on ploughman’s lunches and cheeseboards.
Pea Porridge
Refined modern British dining in an elegant townhouse setting, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Rustico
Popular restaurant focused on steak and grilled dishes, with a lively yet relaxed atmosphere in the town centre.
The Angel Hotel
Historic pub dining with a classic British menu, local ales and a characterful setting near the Abbey Gardens.
Pound sterling (£)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Bury St Edmunds, St Andrews Street North -> Cornhill, Bury St Edmunds
- Distance
- 0.3 km
- Travel time
- 4 min
- St Andrews Street North bus station is in the town centre, so many central destinations are walkable from arrival. ([westsuffolk.gov.uk](https://www.westsuffolk.gov.uk/parking/Travel/buses.cfm?utm_source=openai))
- Use Suffolk On Board for local bus information in Suffolk. Fare details were not confirmed from official operator or authority fare pages. ([suffolk.gov.uk](https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/planning-waste-and-environment/planning-and-development-advice/travel-plans/local-links-developer-travel-plans?utm_source=openai))
FAQs: Cambridge to Bury Saint Edmunds coach
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