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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bury St. Edmunds travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bury St. Edmunds

With a population of 38 622, Bury St. Edmunds is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bury St. Edmunds to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Bury St. Edmunds

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sakura Japanese Restaurant (7 The Traverse) and Priory Hotel (Mildenhall Road) are great picks.

When to visit Bury St. Edmunds

Bury St. Edmunds in July
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bury St. Edmunds in July
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bury St. Edmunds

Plane

Although Bury St. Edmunds doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cambridge (CBG), which is located 37 km from Bury St. Edmunds. The shortest domestic flight to Bury St. Edmunds departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bury St. Edmunds, followed by Eurostar. Located 14 km from the city centre, Bury St. Edmunds Elmswell is the busiest station in Bury St. Edmunds. Another popular train station is Bury St. Edmunds Edmunds, located 1.2 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bury St. Edmunds is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 101 km from Bury St. Edmunds. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bury St. Edmunds, including National Express, FlixBus and Bus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Bury St. Edmunds takes 193 km and will cost you around £6. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 225 km.

Plane

Although Bury St. Edmunds doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cambridge (CBG), which is located 37 km from Bury St. Edmunds. The shortest domestic flight to Bury St. Edmunds departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bury St. Edmunds, followed by Eurostar. Located 14 km from the city centre, Bury St. Edmunds Elmswell is the busiest station in Bury St. Edmunds. Another popular train station is Bury St. Edmunds Edmunds, located 1.2 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bury St. Edmunds is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 101 km from Bury St. Edmunds. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bury St. Edmunds, including National Express, FlixBus and Bus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Bury St. Edmunds takes 193 km and will cost you around £6. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 225 km.

Airports near Bury St. Edmunds

NWINorwich Arpt
CBGCambridge

Airlines serving Bury St. Edmunds

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,860 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,813 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,318 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,273 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,903 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,147 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,462 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,541 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,835 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (393 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,173 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,224 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bury St. Edmunds

Average rates range from around £112 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £90 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bury St. Edmunds

Most booked hotels in Bury St. Edmunds

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Haughley House
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£137+
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Dog and Partridge by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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All Saints Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£130+
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The Angel Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£159+
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The Bushel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£61+
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Hiring a car in Bury St. Edmunds

Hiring a car in Bury St. Edmunds costs £42 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.41 per litre in Bury St. Edmunds (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.83 and £22.43. The most frequently booked car type in Bury St. Edmunds is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Bury St. Edmunds costs £42 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.41 per litre in Bury St. Edmunds (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.83 and £22.43. The most frequently booked car type in Bury St. Edmunds is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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