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It takes an average of 8h 37m to travel from Plymouth to Bury St Edmunds by train, over a distance of around 246 miles (397 km). There are normally 31 trains per day travelling from Plymouth to Bury St Edmunds and tickets for this journey start from £81.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:55 | |
| Departure station | Plymouth | |
| Arrival station | Bury St Edmunds | |
| Journey time | From 6h 1m | |
| Distance | 246 miles (397 km) | |
| Frequency | 31 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £81.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink |
Travelling from Plymouth to Bury St Edmunds by train
Looking to travel from Plymouth to Bury St Edmunds by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 37 minutes to travel from Plymouth to Bury St Edmunds by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 1 minute though. You'll usually find 31 trains per day running along the 246 miles (397 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Bury St Edmunds, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink to get to Bury St Edmunds. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Plymouth to Bury St Edmunds in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £81.80.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Bury St Edmunds?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.