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Southend Central to Bury St Edmunds by train
| First train | 10:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:35 | |
| Departure station | Southend Central | |
| Arrival station | Bury St Edmunds | |
| Journey time | From 3h 20m | |
| Distance | 50 miles (80 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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How to travel from Southend Central to Bury St Edmunds by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Southend Central to Bury St Edmunds? Look no further.
You'll usually find 3 trains per day running between Southend Central and Bury St Edmunds, which usually take 3 hours 20 minutes to complete the 50 miles (80 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Bury St Edmunds by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both Greater Anglia and c2c trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Southend Central to Bury St Edmunds if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
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