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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Bury Saint Edmunds
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
100 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Bury Saint Edmunds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bury Saint Edmunds will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Fast trains
To travel from London to Bury Saint Edmunds you need to make at least one change.
P23549+
P47536 · P4973709:072h47
London St Pancras International (STP)11:54Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
£311One-way
2 changes
P23513+P48274 · P4974008:203h04
London St Pancras International (STP)11:24Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
£391One-way
2 changes
P47536 · P4973709:302h24
London Liverpool Street (LST)11:54Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
£391One-way
1 change
P47526 · P4802308:152h07
London Liverpool Street (LST)10:22Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
£391One-way
1 change
P48274 · P4974008:482h36
London Liverpool Street (LST)11:24Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
£451One-way
1 change
G81626+P4974009:242h00
London Kings Cross (KGX)11:24Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
£531One-way
1 change
P47526 · P4802308:152h07
London Liverpool Street (LST)10:22Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
£391One-way
1 change
P47536 · P4973709:302h24
London Liverpool Street (LST)11:54Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
£391One-way
1 change
P48274 · P4974008:482h36
London Liverpool Street (LST)11:24Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
£451One-way
1 change
P23549+P47536 · P4973709:072h47
London St Pancras International (STP)11:54Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
£311One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Bury Saint Edmunds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bury Saint Edmunds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 100 km
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2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Bury Saint Edmunds train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Bury Saint Edmunds trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 07:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P47523 · P49724 | On time 08:00 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h55 | 09:55 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 change | |
| P75548+P47525 · P48022 | On time 08:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h21 | 10:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 2 changes | |
| P75678+P46998 · P47531 · P49730 | On time 08:20 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h35 | 10:55 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 3 changes | |
| P47525 · P48022 | On time 08:30 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h55 | 10:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 change | |
| G81620+P49733 | On time 08:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h32 | 10:26 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 change | |
| P47531 · P49730 | On time 09:00 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h55 | 10:55 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| 04:32 London | 4h13 | 08:45 Bury Saint Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:40 London | 4h34 | 09:14 Bury Saint Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:30 London | 1h53 | 09:23 Bury Saint Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:40 London | 3h14 | 10:54 Bury Saint Edmunds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Bury Saint Edmunds
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Trains from London to Bury Saint Edmunds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:07, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 42m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 01:07 |
Last train 22:56 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Thameslink from London to Bury Saint Edmunds trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between London and Bury Saint Edmunds from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
£13
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
4 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
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 42m
Cheapest Price
£53
Great Northern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest Price
£54
Thameslink frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Trains from London to Bury Saint Edmunds
Passengers can travel from either London Kings Cross or London Liverpool Street to Bury Saint Edmunds. The services are run by Greater Anglia and Great Northern and journeys involve a change at Stowmarket or Ely. The first service departs from London shortly before 7:00 a.m. and at peak times there are as many as 3 trains per hour. Journeys take anything from around 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours. However, Sunday trains may start later in the morning and journeys can take longer. The final service departs from London around 9:45 p.m. Bury Saint Edmunds Train station is centrally located in the town.
FAQs: London to Bury Saint Edmunds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bury Saint Edmunds 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 Saint Edmunds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Bury Saint Edmunds, two to three days are ideal to enjoy its historic sites, beautiful gardens, and local dining experiences.
In Bury Saint Edmunds, you can visit the Theatre Royal for a variety of performances, explore the vibrant Bury St Edmunds Market held twice a week, or take a guided walking tour of the historic town centre. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the scenic River Lark, or discover contemporary art at Smiths Row gallery. Don't miss St Edmundsbury Cathedral with its stunning architecture, the picturesque Abbey Gardens, Moyse's Hall Museum showcasing local history, The Apex for music concerts and cultural events, and tour the historic Greene King Brewery for tastings.
The train journey from London to Bury Saint Edmunds offers a pleasant blend of urban and rural scenery. As you leave London, you'll pass through bustling suburbs before entering the picturesque English countryside, featuring rolling fields and charming villages, which provide a relaxing and scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from London to Bury Saint Edmunds is feasible. The journey takes 1h 42m and covers a distance of 100 km. There are 7 train trips per day.
To get from London to Bury Saint Edmunds, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from London to Bury Saint Edmunds is 100 km.
Booking trains from London to Bury Saint Edmunds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Bury Saint Edmunds covers a distance of 100 km and takes approximately 1h 42m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Bury Saint Edmunds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The first train from London to Bury Saint Edmunds leaves at 1:07.
The cheapest way to get from London to Bury Saint Edmunds is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train station in London that goes to Bury Saint Edmunds is London Liverpool Street (LST), and it arrives at Bury St Edmunds (BSE).
The last train from London to Bury Saint Edmunds departs at 22:56.
Trains from London to Bury Saint Edmunds run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Bury Saint Edmunds.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Bury Saint Edmunds.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Bury Saint Edmunds.
There is no night train service from London to Bury Saint Edmunds.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Bury Saint Edmunds
London
Bury Saint Edmunds
The major train station for departures in London is London Liverpool Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Liverpool Street for your trip from London to Bury Saint Edmunds.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
Distance to city center
3 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Inside station next to taxi rank alongside platform 10 and outside Bishopsgate entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Liverpool Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
- Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Address
Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
Distance to city center
23 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
The major train station for arrivals 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 journey to Bury Saint Edmunds from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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
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