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Outbound fromLondon to Bury St Edmunds by train
It takes an average of 2h 51m to travel from London to Bury St Edmunds by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (101 km). There are normally 174 trains per day travelling from London to Bury St Edmunds and tickets for this journey start from £21 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:18 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Bury St Edmunds | |
| Journey time | From 1h 42m | |
| Distance | 63 miles (101 km) | |
| Frequency | 174 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £21 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Take the train from London to Bury St Edmunds in 1h 29m
Thinking about taking the train from London to Bury St Edmunds? We’ve got you covered.
There are around 106 trains running between London and Bury St Edmunds daily, which usually take 2h 24m to complete the journey over 63 miles (101 km). You’ll have to make 1 to 3 changes along the way during your journey. If you want to get to Bury St Edmunds quickly, the fastest train time takes just 1h 29m. You may travel with a couple of different train operators during your journey, but Greater Anglia are usually the main company on this route, on which you can stay connected with free WiFi and plug sockets.
If you want to save money, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends. You can also get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey from London to Bury St Edmunds by train, keep reading for timetable, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
FAQs about the train journey from London to Bury St Edmunds
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Cheap train tickets from London to Bury St Edmunds
Book in advance
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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 London to Bury St Edmunds 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
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.