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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Bury St Edmunds and London. The average train journey from Bury St Edmunds to London takes 2 hours and 11 minutes, but some Greater Anglia + Connections train trips are as short as one hour and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 62 mi (100 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 55m |
| Lowest price | £24.25 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Bury St Edmunds to London?
2 train services operate from Bury St Edmunds to London. Greater Anglia usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia | 7 | 2h 14m | £36.55 |
| Greater Anglia + Connections | 1 | 1h 56m | £38.60 |
Greater Anglia is an east-of-England train company that serves Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. Greater Anglia is known for providing affordable travel options and is in the process of upgrading its train cars with WiFi. Restrooms are available onboard, and power outlets are available at some seats.
Greater Anglia + Connections train tickets from Bury St Edmunds to London start from £39, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Greater Anglia + Connections schedules to London. Greater Anglia + Connections in Bury St Edmunds leaves from Bury St Edmunds Train Station . And in London trains arrive at London Kings Cross .
From Bury St Edmunds to London train travel on Greater Anglia + Connections takes 1 hours and 56 minutes. If you are looking to get to London faster, Greater Anglia + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 55 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to London on a weekend there is typically one Greater Anglia + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Bury St Edmunds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Bury St Edmunds to London. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Bury St Edmunds at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from London to Bury St Edmunds.
City Information
London
One of the most important cities in the world, London is where the traditional blends seamlessly with the modern. As a vibrant modern city, London has something for everyone. For visitors interested in the Royal Family as well as their history, check out Buckingham Palace. The palace is open all days in summer, but only on selected days in winter. The Tower of London, where the crown jewels are put on exhibition, is also a great spot to check out. For fans of history, you might not want to miss out on the famous British Museum, considered by many to be the best museum in all of London. The museum currently carries an impressive collection of 8 million historic objects from all around the world, making it an eye-opening destination for many.
London’s food scene reflects its multiculturalism. Here you can find restaurants serving cuisines from various countries around the world, from India to Malaysia. If you opt for a lavish dining experience, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, run by the famous chef himself, will be a great choice. Also don’t forget to stop by at a local pub and enjoy the beer like a true Londoner.
The city’s centers of intercity rail services are King’s Cross Station and Euston Station, from which you can take a train to other places in the UK or hop on the Eurostar train to Paris and beyond. The largest coach station in the city is Victoria Coach Station, serving big local carriers like National Express. The city’s air services are fulfilled by eight airports, of which London Heathrow Airport, located west of the city, is the busiest one.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bury St Edmunds?
Main departure station: Bury St Edmunds Train Station
There is one train station in Bury St Edmunds.
All train stations in Bury St Edmunds:
Bury St Edmunds Train Station
Where is the train station in London?
Main arrival station: Kings Cross Station
London receives travelers from Bury St Edmunds at its two active train stations.
Train stations in London:
Kings Cross Station
London Liverpool St Station
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