Trains from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds
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Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds by train
It takes an average of 2h 29m to travel from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds by train, over a distance of around 32 miles (51 km). There are normally 28 trains per day traveling from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds and tickets for this journey start from $22.67 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:30 | |
| Departure station | Stansted Airport | |
| Arrival station | Bury St Edmunds | |
| Journey time | From 1h 28m | |
| Distance | 32 miles (51 km) | |
| Frequency | 28 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $22.67 | |
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Take the train from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds in 1 hour 28 minutes
If you want to travel from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds by train to take around 2 hours 29 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 28 trains per day running on this route, which spans 51 km. You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Bury St Edmunds.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds start from $22.67 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
FAQs for Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds
Want to know more about your journey from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds take?
The average journey time by train between Stansted Airport and Bury St Edmunds is 2 hours and 29 minutes, with around 28 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Stansted Airport and Bury St Edmunds by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds is 1 hour and 28 minutes.
How much does the train from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds cost?
Train tickets from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds can start from as little as $22.67 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds?
No, there are no direct train services from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds. Travelling from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds leave?
The first train from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds leaves at 04:27. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds leave?
The last train from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds leaves at 23:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Stansted Airport and Bury St Edmunds by train?
Trains travelling from Stansted Airport to Bury St Edmunds cover a distance of around 32 miles (51 km) during the journey.
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