The cheapest and fastest trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Cambridge station (CBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Cambridge station (CBG) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bury St Edmunds (BSE) for Cambridge station (CBG) 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 40 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 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.










Live departures
Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Cambridge station (CBG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y84645 | On time 06:54 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 0h43 | 07:37 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y10455 | On time 07:31 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 0h46 | 08:17 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y10458 | On time 08:58 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 0h43 | 09:41 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y84659 | On time 09:59 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 0h41 | 10:40 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Cambridge station (CBG) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 19:59. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 41m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 04:43 |
Last train 19:59 |
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FAQs: Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Cambridge station (CBG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Cambridge station (CBG) 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 Cambridge station (CBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bury St Edmunds (BSE) and Cambridge station (CBG)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:15 Saturday 06:50 - 17:30 Sunday 08:15 - 16:00
- Type of shops available: Barbers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At station entrance and on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at the Bus stop on station forecourt
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
