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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 15 Dec
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
241 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester 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 Manchester will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
Fast trains
To travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
06:285h07
Bury St Edmunds11:35Manchester
£791One-way
1 change
08:305h05
Bury St Edmunds13:35Manchester
£791One-way
1 change
10:295h06
Bury St Edmunds15:35Manchester
£791One-way
1 change
12:285h07
Bury St Edmunds17:35Manchester
£791One-way
1 change
14:295h06
Bury St Edmunds19:35Manchester
£791One-way
1 change
08:305h05
Bury St Edmunds13:35Manchester
£791One-way
1 change
13:595h05
Bury St Edmunds19:04Manchester
£1851One-way
3 changes
09:595h06
Bury St Edmunds15:05Manchester
£1851One-way
3 changes
10:295h06
Bury St Edmunds15:35Manchester
£791One-way
1 change
10:595h06
Bury St Edmunds16:05Manchester
£1851One-way
3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £82.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£80 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 15:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P48032+ C41091+ C75101+ C51996 | On time 16:24 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 4h08 | 20:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
P48032+Y11789+ L36883 | On time 16:24 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 4h12 | 20:36 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 05:43 Bury St Edmunds | 5h22 | 11:05 Manchester | 3 changes | |
| 06:28 Bury St Edmunds | 5h07 | 11:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 06:54 Bury St Edmunds | 5h11 | 12:05 Manchester | 3 changes | |
| 07:32 Bury St Edmunds | 5h33 | 13:05 Manchester | 3 changes | |
| 08:30 Bury St Edmunds | 5h05 | 13:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 3h 53m.
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 241 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
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: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Bury Saint Edmunds and Manchester from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 36m
Cheapest Price
£129
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£33
East Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
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
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£78
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
1 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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £80.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
The train journey from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester passes through diverse landscapes, including the picturesque East Anglian countryside and parts of the scenic Peak District, offering travellers varied and pleasant views.
A day trip from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 53m. The frequency is 3 trains per day, and the distance is 241 km.
The cheapest way to get from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester is by train, costing approximately £33.
Booking trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester is 241 km.
The last train from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester departs at 23:56.
The train journey from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester covers a distance of 241 km and takes approximately 3h 53m. Trains run 3 per day.
There is no night train service from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester.
The train station in Bury Saint Edmunds that goes to Manchester is Bury St Edmunds (BSE), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The first train from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester leaves at 0:06.
Trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester.
Yes, you can take the train from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester.
To get from Bury Saint Edmunds to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bury Saint Edmunds and Manchester
Bury Saint Edmunds
Manchester
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 Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:15 Saturday 06:50 - 17:30 Sunday 08:15 - 16:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Barbers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At station entrance and on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Deansgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Deansgate for your journey to Manchester from Bury Saint Edmunds.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Deansgate
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, Services towards Manchester :Level access through a 100cm wide gate and down a stepped ramp (36 paces, 1:14 slope) through a 90cm wide gate onto the platform. Services towards New Mills and Sheffield : Level access through a separate 100cm wide gate and down a stepped ramp (36 paces, 1:14 slope) through a 94cm wide gate onto the platform.
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Ryder Brow
- Onward travel information: Located on Levenshulme Road for buses to Chorlton and Cheetham Hill. Maximum distance 30 yards/27m, Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stop on Ryder Brow Road, east of the station, before Highgate Crescent.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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