Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth train with Abellio Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth

Showing times and prices for 31 Dec

Cheapest price

£11

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

1 h 41 m

Average duration

1 h 55 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

80 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Bury Saint Edmunds for Great Yarmouth every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Abellio Greater Anglia
15:261h43
Bury Saint Edmunds
17:09Great Yarmouth
£111One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater Anglia
10:251h41
Bury Saint Edmunds
12:06Great Yarmouth
£111One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater Anglia
11:251h41
Bury Saint Edmunds
13:06Great Yarmouth
£131One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater Anglia
14:251h48
Bury Saint Edmunds
16:13Great Yarmouth
£261One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater Anglia
04:302h42
Bury Saint Edmunds
07:12Great Yarmouth
£261One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth train times

The table below shows live departures for Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth trains for today, Tuesday 30 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 01:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greater_anglia11:25 Bury Saint Edmunds
1h41
13:06 Great Yarmouth0 changesdirect
greater_anglia15:26 Bury Saint Edmunds
1h43
17:09 Great Yarmouth0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth

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Trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 28m.

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
Distance
80 km
Average train duration
1h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 28m
First train
05:43
Last train
21:25
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

Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Bury Saint Edmunds and Great Yarmouth from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
£9
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
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FAQs: Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Great Yarmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A stay of two to three days in Great Yarmouth is often ideal, allowing you to explore the seaside attractions, enjoy the local museums, and take in the scenic coastal walks.
Yes, a day trip from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth is feasible. The journey takes 1h 28m and trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 80 km.
Booking trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train journey from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth offers scenic views of the English countryside, including charming villages, rolling fields, and stretches of natural beauty as it traverses the region.
The cost of a train ticket from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The cheapest way to get from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth is by train, costing approximately £9.
The train distance from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth is 80 km.
The train station in Bury Saint Edmunds that goes to Great Yarmouth is Bury St Edmunds (BSE), and it arrives at Great Yarmouth station (GYM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth.
The train journey from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth covers a distance of 80 km and takes approximately 1h 28m. Trains run 5 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth.
The first train from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth leaves at 5:43.
The last train from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth departs at 21:25.
Trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth.
There is no night train service from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bury Saint Edmunds and Great Yarmouth

Bury Saint Edmunds
Great Yarmouth
The major train station for departures in Bury Saint Edmunds is Bury St Edmunds. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bury St Edmunds for your trip from Bury Saint Edmunds to Great Yarmouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:15 Saturday 06:50 - 17:30 Sunday 08:15 - 16:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Barbers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets including the accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platform 2. They are open during staffing hours only
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: At station entrance and on both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transport options for Bury St Edmunds
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at the Bus stop on station forecourt

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