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Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds by train

First train

06:37

Last train

00:05

Departure station

Sowerby Bridge

Arrival station

Bury St Edmunds

Journey time

From 4h 23m

Distance

148 miles (239 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway

Taking the train from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds in 4 hours 23 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 6 hours 38 minutes to travel the 148 miles (239 km) from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 23 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with London North Eastern Railway or Greater Anglia, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bury St Edmunds by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds

Want to know more about your journey from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Sowerby Bridge and Bury St Edmunds by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds is 4 hours and 23 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds?

No, there are no direct train services from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds. Travelling from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

How close is Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds by train?

Sowerby Bridge and Bury St Edmunds are around 148 miles (239 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 4 hours and 23 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds?

To travel from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds, we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 6 hours and 38 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 4 hours and 23 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

Cheap train tickets from Sowerby Bridge to Bury St Edmunds

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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