First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
18 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
18 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
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 £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Stowmarket, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bury Saint Edmunds to Stowmarket among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 21 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Stowmarket take longer:
Coach takes on average 58m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (19m by train vs 22m by car). Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Bury Saint Edmunds to Stowmarket run on average 7 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 20m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 5:22 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
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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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