Cambridge to Bury St Edmunds Trains From €16.22*

Direct trains from the university city of Cambridge to the Suffolk town of Bury St Edmunds usually take just around 38 minutes with Greater Anglia. With trains making the journey every hour during regular operating hours, you can set out at whatever time of day suits you.

As you pass through Newmarket on your journey, you may spot signs of the town’s horse racing heritage, such as training grounds, farms or the horses themselves.

This train is operated by Greater Anglia, who run services in the East of England. Greater Anglia services include commuter and intercity routes from London Liverpool Street to Essex, Norfolk and parts of Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire, with destinations including Ipswich, Norwich and Southend.

Departing from Cambridge

Cambridge station is located about a kilometre and a half (one mile) south-east of the city centre. You can arrive on foot in about 25 minutes or take the Citi bus on line 1, 3 or 7 to the station.

Several operators run services from Cambridge station, such as CrossCountry, Great Northern, Thameslink and Greater Anglia. These companies offer services to destinations such as London, Birmingham, Stansted Airport and Oxford.

Main stops

Greater Anglia’s Cambridge to Bury St Edmunds trains usually stop at Dullingham and Newmarket, or Newmarket and Kennett. Some services will stop at all three. Consult your train details for exact stops.

Arriving at Bury St Edmunds

Bury St Edmunds train station serves the town of the same name and is located about a kilometre (half a mile) north of the town centre. It is part of the Ipswich–Ely line and is served by trains to destinations such as Cambridge, Ipswich and Peterborough.

The town of Bury St Edmunds is steeped in elegant architecture and has a rich heritage worth discovering. The Abbey Gardens in the heart of town are an excellent place to unwind, with beautiful rose bushes and a variety of gardens to take in. If you’re interested in beer brewing, you could visit Greene King Brewery for their tour and tasting session.

Greater Anglia train classes

Trains from Cambridge to Bury St Edmunds offer two classes of carriage to choose from on Greater Anglia trains.

• Standard Class: Standard tickets include comfortable, roomy seats in air-conditioned carriages. Underseat charging points and USB ports, as well as free Wi-Fi, are available on all trains.
• First Class: First Class train tickets from Cambridge to Bury St Edmunds include spacious seating with more leg room, more tables, and complimentary refreshments from the Café carriage from Monday to Friday.

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Greater Anglia train travel advice

Our travel advice for Cambridge to Bury trains will make your Greater Anglia journey a breeze.

• Luggage: Up to two large luggage items and one small item are allowed. Store your luggage in the designated areas by carriage doors, in the overhead racks or under the seat.
• Bicycles: Pre-booking is optional for this route. Full-size bikes are not allowed on travel to/from Cambridge during busy periods. Stations feature secure bike storage sheds.
• Children: Under 5s travel free, and 5–15s get tickets at half price. A 16–17 Saver Railcard can save on fares for older children.
• Pets: Bring up to 2 small pets for free. A fee applies for additional pets.
• Passenger Assist: Support with planning travel, navigating trains and platforms and carrying luggage can be requested on Greater Anglia trains. Book in advance, with a minimum of 2 hours' notice recommended, or request it on the day.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.