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Bury St Edmunds' station dates back to 1847 and was originally admired for its two red-brick towers, which were removed in 1893. Today, the building is equally as recognisable with its solo tower pinpricking the blue skies above this historic market town. With an abundance of medieval architecture and the breathtaking Cathedral and Abbey gardens, Bury St Edmunds is one of the most visually arresting places to visit in Great Britain - and its role in King John's acceptance of the Magna Carter make it one of the most important settlements in the Western world. The station is a short walk from the town centre where visitors will find superb shopping on St John's Street, a delightful cafe culture along Hatter Street and all the latest Hollywood hits at the Abbeygate Picturehouse Cinema. The Nutshell bar is also a must for tourists. At just 15 feet long and 7 feet wide, it's officially the smallest pub in Britain.

It's easy to get from the capital to the station and vice versa. There are regular services from London to Bury St Edmunds, departing from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street. And there are plenty of services heading back from Bury St Edmunds to London.

Ticket office

Ticket Machine	Available
Staff help	Available
Staffing level	The staff is available at all times.
Oyster Prepay	Unavailable
Oyster topup	Unavailable
Oyster validator	Unavailable
Pre-purchase collection	Available

Luggage

Left Luggage	Unavailable
Left Luggage Website	https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/

Facilities

Shops	Available
Shops note	Barbers
Postbox	Available
Telephones	Available
Telephone types	Cards and coins
Station Buffet	Available
Station Buffet notes	Coffee shop on platform 2, vending machine
ATM	Available
Bureau de Change	Unavailable
Tourist Information Office	Unavailable
Nearest station with more facilities	Access to both platforms are via lifts

Toilets

Toilets	Available
Toilets notes	The toilets including the accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platform 2. They are open during staffing hours only
Showers	Unavailable
Baby change	Unavailable

WiFi

WiFi	Available
WiFi notes	Find WiFi Hotspots around Bury St Edmunds station
Web kiosk	Unavailable

Staffing and customer service

Staff Help notes	Assistance at this station is provided by station staff during operational hours or an onboard member of staff during train operating hours.
Customer Service notes	Monday-Saturday 08:00-20:00. Sunday 10:00-20:00. Bank Holidays 09:00-18:00. The hours shown are for the Customer Relations team on 0345 600 7245 (option 8). Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Customer help points	Available
CCTV	Available

Parking

Carpark name	Station Car Park
Carpark operator	National Car Parks Ltd
Car parking spaces	23

Bicycle Facilities

Cycle storage	Available
Cycle storage spaces	24
Sheltered cycle storage	Available
Cycle storage CCTV	Available
Cycle storage notes	At station entrance and on both platforms
Cycle storage notes	Compound

Accessibility

Step-free access	Step free access is available throughout the whole station.
Ramps for train access	Available
Wheelchairs	Unavailable
Induction Loop	Available
Accessible ticket machines	Available
Accessible Booking Office counter	Available
Accessible taxis	Accessible taxis are available at this station, please see below for more information
Accessible taxis notes	Bury St Edmunds station is served by a taxi rank or a cab office. Check availability before travelling, and pre-book if necessary. Consider using the following local operators: Bury (01284 752260) or ABC (01284 717141) or A1 Cars (01284 766777).

First Class Lounge

Trainline's top spots near Bury St Edmunds station

Looking for a coffee on the way to the station? We've collected a list of our favourite independent coffee houses and eateries within walking distance of the station - check them out below!

Café	How far?	What's it all about?
MobileBrewCo	1 minute	Barista crafted coffee and fresh cakes served from a vintage converted horsebox just outside the station.
Bake & Bites	19 minutes	Cafe serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, coffee and more. Using locally sourced ingredients.
Queen Bee Coffee	12 minutes	Mobile coffee shop in the heart of the Abbey Gardens. Delicious drinks, yummy cakes, local produce!
Just Traid	8 minutes	Quaint fairtrade cafe and store within a stone's throw of the station.
Northend Cafe	11 minutes	Traditional British cafe serving proper grub.
Kiln Cafe	12 minutes	Social enterprise serving coffee and bites.

Bury St Edmunds' station has one entrance leading on to a concourse with ticket machines, baby-changing facilities and a help point. You can get to the two platforms via a subway to the left, where you'll also find lifts. Platform 2 has a cafe and toilets. There are cycle racks and a car park at the front of the station.

Frequently asked questions

Is Bury St Edmunds train station open?

Bury St Edmunds train station is open every day that services are running to and from the station. The station usually opens just before the first train of the day leaves and then closes after the last train departs. Ticket office opening hours may vary.

Are trains running today from Bury St Edmunds train station?

Trains arrive into and depart from Bury St Edmunds train station almost every day, although there may be less services during the weekends and bank holidays. Check our live train times for up-to-date information on trains running to and from Bury St Edmunds train station.

Are there toilets in Bury St Edmunds train station?

Yes there are toilets available to use at Bury St Edmunds train station.

Are dogs allowed in Bury St Edmunds train station?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Bury St Edmunds train station, but should be kept on a lead or comfortable in a pet carrier at all times.

Departures
Arrivals

Departing to	Train	Time	Platform	Status
to Cambridge	Greater Anglia	09:59	1	On time
to Ipswich	Greater Anglia	10:25	2	On time
to Peterborough	Greater Anglia	10:29	1	On time
to Cambridge	Greater Anglia	10:59	1	On time
to Ipswich	Greater Anglia	11:01	2	On time

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Arriving from	Train	Time	Platform	Status
from Ipswich	Greater Anglia	09:55	1	On time
from Cambridge	Greater Anglia	10:24	2	On time
from Ipswich	Greater Anglia	10:29	1	On time
from Ipswich	Greater Anglia	10:55	1	On time
from Peterborough	Greater Anglia	11:00	2	On time

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Trains to Bury St Edmunds

Station details & facilities

Ticket office

Luggage

Facilities

Toilets

WiFi

Staffing and customer service

Parking

Bicycle Facilities

Accessibility

First Class Lounge

Trainline's top spots near Bury St Edmunds station

Café

How far?

What's it all about?

Frequently asked questions

Is Bury St Edmunds train station open?

Are trains running today from Bury St Edmunds train station?

Are there toilets in Bury St Edmunds train station?

Are dogs allowed in Bury St Edmunds train station?

Departures and arrivals from Bury St Edmunds

Departures

Arrivals

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