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Bury St Edmunds to Kirby Cross by train

First train

04:30

Last train

22:55

Departure station

Bury St Edmunds

Arrival station

Kirby Cross

Journey time

From 1h 44m

Distance

36 miles (57 km)

Frequency

22 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Greater Anglia

How to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Kirby Cross by train

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

You'll usually find 22 trains per day running between Bury St Edmunds and Kirby Cross, which usually take 3 hours 16 minutes to complete the 36 miles (57 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 44 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 Kirby Cross by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Greater Anglia trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Kirby Cross.

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 Kirby Cross if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Kirby Cross? 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 Kirby Cross? 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 Kirby Cross take?

The average journey time by train between Bury St Edmunds and Kirby Cross is 3 hours and 16 minutes, with around 22 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 Kirby Cross by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bury St Edmunds to Kirby Cross is 1 hour and 44 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Bury St Edmunds to Kirby Cross?

No, there are no direct train services from Bury St Edmunds to Kirby Cross. Travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Kirby Cross by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

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

The first train from Bury St Edmunds to Kirby Cross leaves at 04:30. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Bury St Edmunds to Kirby Cross leaves at 22:55. 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 Kirby Cross by train?

Trains travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Kirby Cross cover a distance of around 36 miles (57 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Kirby Cross

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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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