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Suffolk Regiment Museum
Award-winning museum on local military history, from the Suffolk Regiment to modern conflicts, with strong displays and personal stories.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Bury Saint Edmunds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bury Saint Edmunds will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
It's difficult to get from London to Bury Saint Edmunds without transferring at least once.
P76275 · P02122
P76263 · P02118
P01232 · P02115
P01222 · P76012
P01282 · P02140
P01290 · P01513
P01222 · P76012
C93351+
P02118
G77029+
P02143
P01232 · P02115Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bury Saint Edmunds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Bury Saint Edmunds:
A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Bury Saint Edmunds costing on average $40.
Other travel options to Bury Saint Edmunds take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 13m.
The journey is about 18m faster (1h 40m by train vs 1h 58m by car) and roughly $7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($40 vs $47). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Bury Saint Edmunds trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P01222 · P76012 | 8:15 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h07 | 10:22 AM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 transfer | |
P76263 · P02118 | 8:54 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h29 | 11:23 AM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 transfer | |
C93351+ P02118 | 9:12 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h11 | 11:23 AM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 transfer | |
P01232 · P02115 | 9:30 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h24 | 11:54 AM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 transfer | |
P76275 · P02122 | 9:54 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h29 | 12:23 PM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 transfer | |
G77029+ P02143 | 3:12 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h11 | 5:23 PM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 transfer | |
P01282 · P02140 | 3:30 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h25 | 5:55 PM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 transfer | |
P76346 · P02148 | 3:54 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h29 | 6:23 PM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 transfer | |
P01290 · P01513 | 4:30 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h52 | 6:22 PM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 transfer | |
P76358 · P02152 | 4:54 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h29 | 7:23 PM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 1 transfer | |
P77154 · P76370 · P01350+ P85956 | 5:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h16 | 8:23 PM Bury St Edmunds (BSE) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from London to Bury Saint Edmunds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 2 days |
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Award-winning museum on local military history, from the Suffolk Regiment to modern conflicts, with strong displays and personal stories.
Major local museum covering West Suffolk history, fine art, and decorative arts inside historic Moyse’s Hall near the market.
Historic theatre with interpretation and behind-the-scenes heritage tours that reveal Georgian stagecraft and restoration work.
Beautiful public gardens around the abbey ruins, blending history, flower beds, and open lawns. Ideal for a first walk in town.
Historic hill and square by the cathedral and abbey, lined with significant buildings and one of the town’s most impressive viewpoints.
Traditional market square at the commercial heart of Bury St Edmunds, animated on market days and surrounded by historic architecture.
A famously spicy blue cheese made in Suffolk. Creamy, pungent and rich, it is one of the county's best-known traditional foods.
A local pork sausage associated with nearby Newmarket. It is herb-seasoned, meaty and a classic East Anglian butcher's sausage.
A traditional Suffolk cured ham, usually salt-cured and sliced thin. It reflects the county's long farming and pork-curing heritage.
Popular modern bistro serving seasonal British and European dishes. Stylish but relaxed, with a strong reputation in the town centre.
Refined tasting-menu restaurant in a Georgian townhouse. Known for polished modern British cooking and an intimate fine-dining atmosphere.
Historic pub linked to the Greene King brewery. A strong choice for local ales, hearty British dishes and traditional surroundings.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually below London, while rail and taxis can add up. Budget eats and pub meals are widely available.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up or add a little for taxis; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Bury St Edmunds Railway Station -> Arc Shopping Centre, Bury St Edmunds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bury Saint Edmunds 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 Bury Saint Edmunds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Bury Saint Edmunds trains use the London Liverpool Street to Bury St Edmunds station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Bury Saint Edmunds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bury St Edmunds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bury St Edmunds.
Wi-Fi is available at Bury St Edmunds. ATMs are available at Bury St Edmunds.
Ticket office support is available at Bury St Edmunds. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bury St Edmunds: Parking, WC.
Available at Bury St Edmunds: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bury St Edmunds: 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.
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