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Gainsborough's House
Art museum in the birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough, with paintings, temporary exhibitions, and period interiors.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Sudbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Sudbury will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 trains from London to Sudbury, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.

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Trains from London to Sudbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 7 days |
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The table below shows live departures for London to Sudbury trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 12:02 PM London | 1h19 | 1:21 PM Sudbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Art museum in the birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough, with paintings, temporary exhibitions, and period interiors.
Local museum telling Sudbury's history through objects, photos, and displays inside a former Victorian school building.
Volunteer-run railway museum at Sudbury station, covering branch line history with memorabilia and interpretation panels.
Historic market square lined with period buildings, shops, and events; a practical starting point for exploring Sudbury.
Riverside water meadow with open views, birdlife, and easy walks, popular for a relaxing break near the town centre.
Characterful district south of the river with narrow streets, historic cottages, and one of Sudbury's most atmospheric walks.
A rich beef, red wine and vegetable stew from Suffolk, long tied to local farmhouse cooking and often served with dumplings or bread.
Cured ham from Suffolk pigs, traditionally dry-salted and air-dried. It is a classic regional delicacy with a deep, savoury flavour.
A simple salad of boiled new potatoes, mint and butter or dressing, linked to East Anglia’s potato-growing areas and summer tables.
Historic coaching inn in Lavenham with a polished British menu, local produce and a characterful setting for a refined meal.
Traditional village pub near Sudbury serving classic British dishes and local drinks in a relaxed countryside atmosphere.
Well-known Sudbury pub and restaurant with hearty British food, real ales and a casual setting popular with locals.
Moderate for England. Lodging and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and everyday travel are fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Sudbury (Suffolk) Station -> Sudbury Town Centre, Sudbury
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Sudbury 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 Sudbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Sudbury trains use the London Liverpool Street to Sudbury station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Sudbury 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 Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Highbury & Islington is 4 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Highbury & Islington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Highbury & Islington.
Wi-Fi is available at Highbury & Islington.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Highbury & Islington: Parking.
Available at Highbury & Islington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Highbury & Islington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free access is available via lifts between the ticket hall and London Overground platforms. Great Northern services and the Victoria line do not have step-free access, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including daily and weekly Travelcards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Sudbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Sudbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Sudbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sudbury: Parking.
Available at Sudbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sudbury: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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