Travelling from York to Bury St Edmunds by train

Want to know how to get from York to Bury St Edmunds by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from York to Bury St Edmunds take around 2 hours and 31 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 225 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving York is scheduled to depart at around  01:38. The last departure is usually at around 22:21 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave York at around 01:53, with the last train leaving at around 21:35. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 18 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 54 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €136.97.

We think any time is a great time to visit Bury St Edmunds, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Bury St Edmunds.

Is there a direct train from York to Bury St Edmunds?

The journey between York and Bury St Edmunds usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from York to Bury St Edmunds every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from York to Bury St Edmunds?

The York to Bury St Edmunds train travel takes about 2 hours and 31 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the York to Bury St Edmunds train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bury St Edmunds leaving York at around 01:38 and the last train leaving at around 22:21 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves York at around 01:53, with the final departure at 21:35.