The average train between Bury and Essex takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Bury to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bury and Essex. The earliest departure is at 12:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Bury is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Essex at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 19m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bury to Essex? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bury to Essex. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at White Notley station via London Euston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Bury to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bury to Essex train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at White Notley station.
The distance between Bury and Essex is 276.2 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a vehicle from Bury to White Notley via Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 2m.