The cheapest and fastest trains from Ely station (ELY) to Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ely station (ELY) to Bury St Edmunds (BSE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ely station (ELY) to Bury St Edmunds (BSE) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ely station (ELY) for Bury St Edmunds (BSE) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 28 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
Ely station (ELY) to Bury St Edmunds (BSE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ely station (ELY) to Bury St Edmunds (BSE) trains for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:32 Ely station (ELY) | 0h28 | 10:00 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ely station (ELY) to Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
Trains from Ely station (ELY) to Bury St Edmunds (BSE) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:31, the last at 13:31. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 28m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 09:31 |
Last train 13:31 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern from Ely station (ELY) to Bury St Edmunds (BSE) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern trains will get you between Ely station (ELY) and Bury St Edmunds (BSE) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ely station (ELY) to Bury St Edmunds (BSE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ely station (ELY) to Bury St Edmunds (BSE) 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 Bury St Edmunds (BSE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ely station (ELY) and Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on all platforms and open when the station is staffed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: There is a waiting room on platform 1 and a waiting room on platforms 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In station car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at station entrance
- 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
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