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Outbound fromBury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 4h 2m to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 85 miles (136 km). There are normally 61 trains per day travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £25.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:31 | |
| Departure station | Bury St Edmunds | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 2h 42m | |
| Distance | 85 miles (136 km) | |
| Frequency | 61 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £25.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
Take the train from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport in 2 hours 42 minutes
If you want to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport by train to take around 4 hours 2 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 61 trains per day running on this route, which spans 85 miles (136 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Gatwick Airport. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport start from £25.50 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport take?
The average journey time by train between Bury St Edmunds and Gatwick Airport is 4 hours and 2 minutes, with around 61 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Bury St Edmunds and Gatwick Airport by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport is 2 hours and 42 minutes.
How much does the train from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport cost?
Train ticket prices from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport can start from as little as £25.50 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport?
No, there are no direct train services from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport. Travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport leave?
The first train from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport leaves at 04:30. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport leave?
The last train from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport leaves at 23:31. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Bury St Edmunds and Gatwick Airport by train?
Trains travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Gatwick Airport cover a distance of around 85 miles (136 km) during the journey.
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