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Stowmarket Museum
A local museum on Stowmarket’s history, industry and people, with displays on farming, railways and everyday life in the town.
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bury Saint Edmunds to Stowmarket 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 Stowmarket will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bury Saint Edmunds for Stowmarket every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 19 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.




The table below shows live departures for Bury Saint Edmunds to Stowmarket trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:30 Bury St Edmunds | 0h19 | 5:49 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:26 Bury St Edmunds | 0h19 | 6:45 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:26 Bury St Edmunds | 0h19 | 7:45 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:29 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 8:47 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:59 Bury St Edmunds | 0h14 | 9:13 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:26 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 9:44 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:26 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 10:44 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:01 Bury St Edmunds | 0h14 | 11:15 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:27 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 11:45 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:26 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 12:44 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Bury St Edmunds | 0h14 | 13:14 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:26 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 13:44 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:26 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 14:44 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Bury St Edmunds | 0h14 | 15:14 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:26 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 15:44 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:28 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 16:46 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:01 Bury St Edmunds | 0h14 | 17:15 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:28 Bury St Edmunds | 0h19 | 17:47 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:25 Bury St Edmunds | 0h20 | 18:45 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:00 Bury St Edmunds | 0h14 | 19:14 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:25 Bury St Edmunds | 0h19 | 19:44 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:26 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 20:44 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:00 Bury St Edmunds | 0h14 | 21:14 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:26 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 21:44 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:27 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 22:45 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:55 Bury St Edmunds | 0h14 | 23:09 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:29 Bury St Edmunds | 0h18 | 23:47 Stowmarket | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Stowmarket run on average 4 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 18m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 5:22 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Stowmarket — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stowmarket trip today.
A local museum on Stowmarket’s history, industry and people, with displays on farming, railways and everyday life in the town.
A nearby specialist museum with military vehicles, uniforms and Suffolk history. Worth the short trip for a broader museum option.
An independent gallery showing changing contemporary exhibitions by regional artists. A good stop for current local creative work.
The town’s traditional shopping street, lined with historic buildings, independent shops and easy access to the market area and church.
A pleasant waterside walking route following the River Gipping, good for gentle exercise, wildlife and views of the town’s industrial past.
A broad central square used for markets and events, giving a practical sense of daily town life and Stowmarket’s civic heart.
Suffolk ham is traditionally cured and often lightly smoked, served in sandwiches or with pickles. It is a long-standing county staple linked to local pig farming.
Gus is a traditional Suffolk spiced fruit cake, dense and rich with dried fruit. It is closely associated with local baking and village fetes.
Suffolk rusks are crisp, twice-baked sweet bread slices, often flavoured with aniseed. They are a classic regional teatime bake.
Popular Turkish restaurant in Stowmarket known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a modern casual dining room.
Traditional pub and hotel in Stowmarket serving British classics, Sunday roasts and local drinks in a relaxed historic setting.
Established town-centre venue for Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori specials and takeaway favourites in an easy-going setting.
Moderate for a small English market town. Dining and local travel are manageable, but hotel prices can rise and are often higher than in many similar UK towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bury Saint Edmunds to Stowmarket 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 Stowmarket, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bury Saint Edmunds to Stowmarket trains use the Bury St Edmunds to Stowmarket station pair. Use this guide to compare Bury Saint Edmunds and Stowmarket train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bury St Edmunds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bury St Edmunds.
Wi-Fi is available at Bury St Edmunds. ATMs are available at Bury St Edmunds.
Ticket office support is available at Bury St Edmunds. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bury St Edmunds: Parking, WC.
Available at Bury St Edmunds: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bury St Edmunds: 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.
Stowmarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Stowmarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Stowmarket. ATMs are available at Stowmarket.
Ticket office support is available at Stowmarket.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stowmarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Stowmarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stowmarket: Staff help available: 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.
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