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  • Thameslink
    9:292h57
    Luton
    12:26Bury Saint Edmunds
    £231One-way
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The cheapest option from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds is train, with an average price of £33. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 87 km

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds

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Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds, including direct trains, 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.
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Distance
87 km
Average train duration
2h 24m
Lowest 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.
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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.

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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

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 41m
Cheapest Price
£58
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.

FAQs
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).
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.
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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Bury Saint Edmunds

Most Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds trains use the Luton to Bury St Edmunds station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Bury Saint Edmunds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Luton
Arrival train stations in Bury Saint Edmunds

Which Luton station do trains to Bury Saint Edmunds leave from?

Trains from Luton to Bury Saint Edmunds leave from Luton. The station is from Luton city centre at Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT.
LutonLuton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LTWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton from Luton city centre

Bus17 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min

Luton train station facilities and services

Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Luton.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: 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.

Luton Airport ParkwayLuton Airport Parkway station, Parkway Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3JWWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre

Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainCorby - London St Pancras International, Sheffield - London St Pancras International, Nottingham - London St Pancras International, Kettering - London St Pancras International, Wellingborough - London St Pancras International, East Midlands Parkway - London St Pancras International · 2m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
BusX4, X1, X2, Z, A, X3 · 5m · £4 · every ~41 min
612, X10 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
44, 45, 366 · 6m · £2 · every ~2 min
101, 100 · 10m · £4 · every ~7 min

Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services

Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: 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.

Luton DART ParkwayLuton LU2 0HB, UKAccessibility

Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services

Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

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