Trains from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street
Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street by train
| Journey time | From 1h 48m |
|---|---|
| Price | From £11 |
| Distance | 61 miles (98 km) |
| Frequency | 49 trains per day |
| First train | 04:30 |
| Last train | 23:28 |
| Departure station | Bury St Edmunds |
| Arrival station | London Liverpool Street |
| Changes | 1 change |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Thameslink |
How to travel from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street? Look no further.
You'll usually find 49 trains per day running between Bury St Edmunds and London Liverpool Street, which usually take 3 hours 34 minutes to complete the 61 miles (98 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 48 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 London Liverpool Street by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Greater Anglia, Thameslink or CrossCountry 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 and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street start from £11.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to London Liverpool Street? 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
How long does the train from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street take?
The average journey time by train between Bury St Edmunds and London Liverpool Street is 3 hours and 34 minutes, with around 49 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 London Liverpool Street by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street is 1 hour and 48 minutes.
How much does the train from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street cost?
Train ticket prices from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street?
No, there are no direct train services from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street. Travelling from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street leave?
The first train from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street leaves at 04:30. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street leave?
The last train from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street leaves at 23:28. 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 London Liverpool Street by train?
Trains travelling from Bury St Edmunds to London Liverpool Street cover a distance of around 61 miles (98 km) during the journey.
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