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Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill by train

First train

09:23

Last train

15:23

Departure station

Bury St Edmunds

Arrival station

Rainhill

Journey time

From 6h 24m

Distance

166 miles (267 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

How to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill by train

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

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Bury St Edmunds and Rainhill, which usually take 6 hours 25 minutes to complete the 166 miles (267 km) journey. It can take as little as 6 hours 24 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 Rainhill by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Both Greater Anglia and CrossCountry trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

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

Keen to book your train tickets to Rainhill? 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.

FAQs about the train journey from Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill

Want to know more about your journey from Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How fast can trains travel from Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill?

The fastest time a train can travel the 166 miles (267 km) from Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill is 6 hours and 24 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill?

There are no direct trains that run between Bury St Edmunds and Rainhill. You’ll need to make at least 3 changes along the way.

How far is the train ride from Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill?

The train ride from Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill covers a distance of around 166 miles (267 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 6 hours and 24 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Rainhill from Bury St Edmunds?

With the fastest journeys taking just 6 hours and 24 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Bury St Edmunds and Rainhill is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

Cheap train tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bury St Edmunds to Rainhill is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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