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Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny by train

First train

09:23

Last train

20:00

Departure station

Bury St Edmunds

Arrival station

Abergavenny

Journey time

From 4h 54m

Distance

161 miles (259 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny? Look no further.

You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Bury St Edmunds and Abergavenny, which usually take 6 hours 29 minutes to complete the 161 miles (259 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 54 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Abergavenny by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Abergavenny? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny? 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 Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny take?

The average journey time by train between Bury St Edmunds and Abergavenny is 6 hours and 29 minutes, with around 2 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 Bury St Edmunds and Abergavenny by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny is 4 hours and 54 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny?

No, there are no direct train services from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny. Travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny leave?

The first train from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny leaves at 09:23. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny leave?

The last train from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny leaves at 20:00. 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 Bury St Edmunds and Abergavenny by train?

Trains travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny cover a distance of around 161 miles (259 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Abergavenny to Bury St Edmunds.

Cheap train tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Abergavenny

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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.

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