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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds
Showing times and prices for 24 May
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
87 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton 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 Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Fast trains
To travel from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds you need to make at least 2 changes.
20:442h41Luton23:25Bury St Edmunds£591One-way2 changes
21:597h43Luton5:42Bury St Edmunds£791One-way3 changes
- 20:442h41Luton23:25Bury St Edmunds£591One-way2 changes
- 21:597h43Luton5:42Bury St Edmunds£791One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £48.
Distance: 87 km
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds trains for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:44 Luton | 2h41 | 23:25 Bury St Edmunds | 2 changes | |
| 21:59 Luton | 7h43 | 5:42 Bury St Edmunds | 3 changes | |
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Thameslink as well as east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 2h 57m.
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
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 4:09 |
Last train 22:22 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Train companies: Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds trainsThameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Bury Saint Edmunds from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
2h 57m
Cheapest Price
£22
Thameslink frequency
16 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
Family area
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 41m
Cheapest Price
£59
east_midlands_trains frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £34.
The train journey from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds covers a distance of 87 km and takes approximately 2h 57m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds is 87 km.
The first train from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds leaves at 4:09.
The last train from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds departs at 22:22.
Trains from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds.
To get from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds.
The train station in Luton that goes to Bury Saint Edmunds is Luton station (LUT), and it arrives at Bury St Edmunds (BSE).
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds is by train, costing approximately £22.
Booking trains from Luton 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 Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds offers a mix of urban and countryside views. Passengers can enjoy seeing the changing landscapes, including rural fields and small towns, making parts of the trip quite pleasant and scenic.
A day trip from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 57m. However, there are 6 train trips per day covering a distance of 87 km.
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.
To fully explore Bury Saint Edmunds, two to three days are ideal to enjoy its historic sites, beautiful gardens, and local dining experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Bury Saint Edmunds
Luton
Bury Saint Edmunds
The major train station for departures in Luton is Luton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton for your trip from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Luton.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information 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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