The cheapest and fastest trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bury St Edmunds (BSE) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:58 AM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 2h46 | 10:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€24) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 15:59. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€24) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 04:43 |
Last train 15:59 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern trains will get you between Bury St Edmunds (BSE) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $31 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:15 Saturday 06:50 - 17:30 Sunday 08:15 - 16:00
- Type of shops available: Barbers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets including the accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platform 2. They are open during staffing hours only
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At station entrance and on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at the Bus stop on station forecourt
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