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Trains from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet

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Trains to Stansted Mountfitchet from Bury St Edmunds

First train

04:43

Last train

21:57

Departure stationBury St Edmunds
Arrival stationStansted Mountfitchet
Journey time

From 1h 21m

Distance

33 miles (53 km)

Frequency

20 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

What are the train times from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet?

Check out the next trains departing from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet for Tuesday 6th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
12:0013:471h 47m, 2 changes
12:0013:521h 52m, 1 change
13:0014:471h 47m, 2 changes
13:0014:521h 52m, 1 change
14:0015:431h 43m, 2 changes
14:0015:521h 52m, 1 change
15:0016:431h 43m, 2 changes
15:0016:521h 52m, 1 change
16:0017:441h 44m, 2 changes
16:0017:511h 51m, 1 change

What are the train times from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet?

Get from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet in as little as 1 hour 21 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet takes around 1 hour 46 minutes. There are around 20 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Bury St Edmunds and Stansted Mountfitchet, you'll need to make 1 change.

Greater Anglia and CrossCountry trains operate on this route.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet?

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

How do I travel from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet?

You can get from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet by train in 1 hour and 46 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 1 hour and 21 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet take?

The average journey time by train between Bury St Edmunds and Stansted Mountfitchet is 1 hour and 46 minutes, with around 20 trains per day running on this route. 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 Stansted Mountfitchet by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet is 1 hour and 21 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet?

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

How do I find cheap train tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet?

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Bury St Edmunds to Stansted Mountfitchet is right for you.

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

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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