Sandbach to Bury St Edmunds by train
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:22 | |
| Departure station | Sandbach | |
| Arrival station | Bury St Edmunds | |
| Journey time | From 5h 8m | |
| Distance | 144 miles (232 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast |
How to travel from Sandbach to Bury St Edmunds by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Sandbach to Bury St Edmunds? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Sandbach and Bury St Edmunds, which usually take 6 hours 32 minutes to complete the 144 miles (232 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours 8 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 Bury St Edmunds by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
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 Sandbach to Bury St Edmunds if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
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