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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 07 Nov
- Cheapest price on 07 Nov
- £24
- Average ticket price on 07 Nov
- £84
- Fastest journey on 07 Nov
- 3 h 22 m
- Average journey duration on 07 Nov
- 3 h 35 m
- Trains on 07 Nov
- 5
- Distance
- 145 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford 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 Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Fast trains
To travel from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds you need to make at least 3 changes.
L38106+
Tube from London Marylebone to London Kings Cross+
C93375+
P021249:14 4h11 Oxford station (OXF) 13:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) £24 1 One-way 3 changes
C42240+C93355+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+P021177:58 3h27 Oxford station (OXF) 11:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) £99 1 One-way 3 changes- C42239+P02111+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93345
6:58 3h27 Oxford station (OXF) 10:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) £99 1 One-way 3 changes - C48422 · W34470+C93365+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
9:03 3h22 Oxford station (OXF) 12:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) £99 1 One-way 4 changes - C42241+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93365+P02121
8:57 3h28 Oxford station (OXF) 12:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) £99 1 One-way 3 changes
- C48422 · W34470+C93365+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
9:03 3h22 Oxford station (OXF) 12:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) £99 1 One-way 4 changes - C42240+C93355+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+P02117
7:58 3h27 Oxford station (OXF) 11:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) £99 1 One-way 3 changes - C42239+P02111+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93345
6:58 3h27 Oxford station (OXF) 10:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) £99 1 One-way 3 changes - C42241+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93365+P02121
8:57 3h28 Oxford station (OXF) 12:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) £99 1 One-way 3 changes - L38106+Tube from London Marylebone to London Kings Cross+C93375+P02124
9:14 4h11 Oxford station (OXF) 13:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) £24 1 One-way 3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 33m.
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 £15
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 3:46 |
Last train 20:59 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
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 £15
Frequently asked questions about your Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds.
The cost of a train ticket from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £58, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The train journey from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds covers a distance of 145 km and takes approximately 2h 33m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds is 145 km.
The first train from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds leaves at 3:46.
The last train from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds departs at 20:59.
Trains from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds.
Live departures
Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds trains for tomorrow, Saturday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C42239+C93345+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+P02111 | 6:58 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h27 | 10:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 3 changes | |
| C42240+C93355+P02117+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 7:58 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h27 | 11:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 3 changes | |
| C42241+P02121+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93365 | 8:57 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h28 | 12:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 3 changes | |
| C48422 · W34470+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93365 | 9:03 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h22 | 12:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 4 changes | |
| L38106+C93375+Tube from London Marylebone to London Kings Cross+P02124 | 9:14 Oxford station (OXF) | 4h11 | 13:25 Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 3 changes |
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About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 33m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£58
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Oxford and Bury Saint Edmunds
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Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds.
Yes, there is a night train from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds.
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Things to do in Bury Saint Edmunds
Discover the best of Bury Saint Edmunds — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bury Saint Edmunds trip today.
- Recommended
The Guildhall
Historic house museum recreating domestic life through period rooms and displays linked to local social history.
The Apex Gallery
Compact gallery showing contemporary and modern art, photography and craft exhibitions in a central heritage building.
- Must visit
Abbey Gardens
Town-centre gardens around the abbey ruins, with lawns, flower beds and space for walking, picnics and quiet breaks.
- Recommended
Angel Hill
Elegant Georgian square with the theatre, mature trees and surrounding historic buildings, ideal for a gentle town-centre stroll.
- Recommended
Nowton Park
Popular green space with boating lake, play areas and paths, well suited to families and relaxed walks near the centre.
Abbot Ale
A strong, ruby ale first brewed by Greene King in Bury St Edmunds. It is a long-standing local pint closely tied to the town’s brewing identity.
- Gluten-free
Kipper
A classic Suffolk smoked herring, traditionally cured and smoked over oak. It is one of East Anglia’s best-known coastal specialities.
- Gluten-free
Suffolk Gold Cheese
A semi-hard Suffolk cheese with a creamy, slightly nutty flavour. It is a regional staple often served on ploughman’s lunches and cheeseboards.
Pea Porridge
Refined modern British dining in an elegant townhouse setting, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Rustico
Popular restaurant focused on steak and grilled dishes, with a lively yet relaxed atmosphere in the town centre.
The Angel Hotel
Historic pub dining with a classic British menu, local ales and a characterful setting near the Abbey Gardens.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, but tourist stays and restaurant meals still cost more than in many smaller UK towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. No tip is expected in cafés, but small change is appreciated.
Suffolk Onboard
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To the city centre
Bury St Edmunds railway station -> Bury St Edmunds Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Bury St Edmunds railway station is about 10 minutes on foot from the Bus Station and town centre, so walking is usually the simplest arrival option.
- Check Suffolk Onboard or the operator before travel, as local bus fares and ticket types vary by route and I could not verify a current official town fare page.
Plan your visit to Bury Saint Edmunds
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The train journey from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque English countryside, featuring rolling hills and charming villages.
FAQs: Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds train
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Booking trains from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Bury Saint Edmunds
Most Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds trains use the Oxford to Bury St Edmunds station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford 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 Oxford
Arrival train stations in Bury Saint Edmunds
Which Oxford station do trains to Bury Saint Edmunds leave from?
Trains from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds leave from Oxford. The station is 1 km from Oxford city centre at Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS.
OxfordOxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
BusS1, Ns1 · 6m · £1 · every ~12 min
5, 3, 3A, 400, N3, N400 · 9m · £2 · every ~66 min
X1, X15, 600 · 9m · £2 · every ~14 min
X20, 120 · 10m · every ~10 min
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Bury Saint Edmunds station do trains from Oxford arrive at?
Trains from Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds arrive at Bury St Edmunds. Bury St Edmunds is 1 km from Bury Saint Edmunds city centre.
Bury St EdmundsBury St Edmunds station, Station Hill, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 6AD+44 3450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Bury St Edmunds from Bury Saint Edmunds city centre
BusM44, M55 · 2m · every ~7 min
16, 14B, Br1 · 4m · £4 · every ~2 min
73 · 6m
42A · 8m · £1
Bury St Edmunds train station facilities and services
Bury St Edmunds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bury St Edmunds.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bury St Edmunds. ATMs are available at Bury St Edmunds.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bury St Edmunds. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bury St Edmunds: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bury St Edmunds: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bury St Edmunds: 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.
Train stations for Oxford to Bury Saint Edmunds
Check train stations information for Oxford and Bury Saint Edmunds, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Oxford that goes to Bury Saint Edmunds is Oxford, and it arrives at Bury St Edmunds.
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