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Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds by train

First train

05:39

Last train

19:39

Departure station

Sanderstead

Arrival station

Bury St Edmunds

Journey time

From 2h 38m

Distance

71 miles (115 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southern

Take the train from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds in 2 hours 38 minutes

If you want to travel from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds by train to take around 2 hours 43 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 71 miles (115 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Bury St Edmunds. You can travel on this route with either Greater Anglia, Thameslink or Southern. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Sanderstead and Bury St Edmunds by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds is 2 hours and 38 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds?

No, there are no direct train services from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds. Travelling from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds leave?

The first train from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds leaves at 05:39. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds leave?

The last train from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds leaves at 19:39. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Sanderstead and Bury St Edmunds by train?

Trains travelling from Sanderstead to Bury St Edmunds cover a distance of around 71 miles (115 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Bury St Edmunds to Sanderstead.

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† 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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