How to travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge

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Compare train and bus for Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $21.

Distance: 25 miles (41 km)

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$21

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$11

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1h 12m

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42m

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47m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge is a train with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge:

A train is $12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge costing on average $33.

The fastest way to travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge is by train with an average journey time of 1h 12m.

Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bury Saint Edmunds and Cambridge including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 5m sooner (42m by train vs 47m by car). Tickets start at around $21 compared to roughly $11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge

How to get from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greater AngliaL54644
    8:10 AM0h42
    Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
    8:52 AMCambridge station (CBG)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greater AngliaL54644
    8:10 AM0h42
    Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
    8:52 AMCambridge station (CBG)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Greater AngliaL54644
    8:10 AM0h42
    Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
    8:52 AMCambridge station (CBG)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Greater AngliaP02100
    8:57 AM0h42
    Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
    9:39 AMCambridge station (CBG)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP02119
    12:57 PM0h42
    Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
    1:39 PMCambridge station (CBG)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP02109
    10:57 AM0h42
    Bury St Edmunds (BSE)
    11:39 AMCambridge station (CBG)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge

Travel to Cambridge easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bury Saint Edmunds and Cambridge including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge is a train with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge:

A train is $12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge costing on average $33.

The fastest way to travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge is by train with an average journey time of 1h 12m.

Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 47m.

The distance from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge is approximately 25 miles (41 km).
The average frequency per day from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge is:
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bury Saint Edmunds and Cambridge as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bury St Edmunds (BSE) and arrive in Cambridge station (CBG).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Stephensons of Essex, Mulleys Motorways, Coach Services to go to Cambridge by bus.
  • Travel with Greater Anglia to go to Cambridge by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Greater Anglia.
Omio customers who travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Kings Cross (KGX), Oxford, London Stansted Airport, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cambridge and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cambridge to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cambridge, you can enjoy punting on the River Cam for scenic views, visit the interactive Cambridge Science Centre, explore the historic Market Square, or attend a performance at the Cambridge Arts Theatre. Discover the city's rich history on a guided walking tour. Don't miss the stunning King's College Chapel, the art-filled Fitzwilliam Museum, the picturesque Backs, the historic Trinity College, and the tranquil Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
For a fulfilling experience in Cambridge, spending two to three days is ideal to explore its historic colleges, museums, and the picturesque River Cam.
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