Is Bury St Edmunds worth visiting?

Yes, it is famous for its abbey and historic town centre.

How do I get to Bury St Edmunds from London?

Take a train from London Liverpool Street to Bury St Edmunds.

Are there hotels near the station?

Yes, there are several hotels within walking distance.

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Bury St Edmunds

Train Driving

Falmouth to Bury St Edmunds

Updated: 28 May 2026

Bury St Edmunds is a historic market town in Suffolk, accessible from Falmouth via the rail network or the M5 and A14 roads. The train journey involves a change at Truro, London Paddington, and a transfer to Liverpool Street for a train to Ipswich or Stowmarket, then a local connection. Driving takes you across the A30, M5, M25, and A14.

Total Distance: 520 km driving distance and 450 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving, provided you avoid M25 traffic.

Cheapest Way

Advance train tickets booked via the Greater Anglia website.

Compare Falmouth to Bury St Edmunds Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	7 hours 30 mins	6 hours
Avg Price	£100 - £180	£90 - £130 in fuel
Operator	Greater Anglia	N/A
Route	Falmouth to Truro, GWR to Paddington, Tube to Liverpool Street, Greater Anglia to Bury St Edmunds.	A30, M5, M25, A14.
Tip	Bury St Edmunds station is a short walk from the town centre.	The A14 is the main road into Bury St Edmunds.

Travel Tips

Station Choice
Bury St Edmunds station is well-connected to the town centre.
London Transfer
Use the London Underground to move between Paddington and Liverpool Street.
Traffic
The M25 near London can be very congested during rush hour.
Parking
Use the town centre car parks for easy access to the abbey.
Booking
Book your train tickets well in advance to secure the best prices.