Trains to Portsmouth from Bury St Edmunds
| First train | 04:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:26 | |
| Departure station | Bury St Edmunds | |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth | |
| Journey time | From 4h 34m | |
| Distance | 126 miles (202 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travel from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth by train in 4 hours 34 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Bury St Edmunds to Portsmouth by train is 5 hours 58 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 34 minutes. You'll usually find 21 trains per day travelling the 126 miles (202 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Portsmouth. You'll be travelling with Greater Anglia, South Western Railway or Thameslink on your way to Portsmouth, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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