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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Haywards Heath
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 30 Oct
- Cheapest price on 30 Oct
- £6
- Average ticket price on 30 Oct
- £13
- Fastest journey on 30 Oct
- 1 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on 30 Oct
- 1 h 57 m
- Buses on 30 Oct
- 27
- Distance
- 57 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Haywards Heath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Haywards Heath will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Fast coaches
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 27 buses from London to Haywards Heath, including 26 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NX02520:30 2h35 London, Victoria Coach Station 23:05 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") £6 1 One-way 0 changes- NX025
19:00 2h35 London, Victoria Coach Station 21:35 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") £6 1 One-way 0 changes - NX025
22:00 2h20 London, Victoria Coach Station 0:20 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") £6 1 One-way 0 changes - NX025
20:50 2h15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road 23:05 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") £10 1 One-way 0 changes - NX025
19:20 2h15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road 21:35 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") £10 1 One-way 0 changes
- NX025
2:30 1h40 London, Victoria Coach Station 4:10 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") £12 1 One-way 0 changes - NX025
1:30 1h40 London, Victoria Coach Station 3:10 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") £12 1 One-way 0 changes - NX025
22:20 2h00 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road 0:20 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") £10 1 One-way 0 changes - NX025
3:50 2h10 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road 6:00 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") £14 1 One-way 0 changes - NX025
9:55 2h15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road 12:10 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") £14 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Haywards Heath
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Buses from London to Haywards Heath run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 1h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your London to Haywards Heath trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Haywards Heath.
Cheap coach tickets from London to Haywards Heath can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Haywards Heath is £14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from London to Haywards Heath leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Haywards Heath leaves at 23:57.
Yes, there are 15 direct coaches a day from London to Haywards Heath with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Live departures
London to Haywards Heath bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Haywards Heath coaches for today, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX025 | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 0:20 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 22:20 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h00 | 0:20 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h21 | 2:20 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 30 October | |||||
| NX025 | 1:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h40 | 3:10 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 2:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h40 | 4:10 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 3:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 6:00 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 3:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h10 | 6:00 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 6:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 9:15 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 6:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h25 | 9:15 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 10:45 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 12:10 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 9:55 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h15 | 12:10 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 13:10 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 10:55 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h15 | 13:10 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 12:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 14:40 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 12:25 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h15 | 14:40 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 16:15 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 13:55 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h20 | 16:15 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 18:00 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 15:30 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h30 | 18:00 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 19:40 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX032 · NX025 | 17:30 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h05 | 20:35 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 1 change | |
| NX025 | 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 20:35 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 21:35 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 19:20 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h15 | 21:35 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 23:05 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 20:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h15 | 23:05 Hickstead, A2300 (Restaurant "The castle inn") | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book London to Haywards Heath coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from London to Haywards Heath.
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Bus providers: National Express from London to Haywards HeathYou can travel by bus between London to Haywards Heath with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest National Express Price
£6
National Express frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London and Haywards Heath
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from London to Haywards Heath, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Haywards Heath. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Haywards Heath and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Haywards Heath:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Haywards Heath for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Haywards Heath depends on the coach companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Haywards Heath.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Haywards Heath:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Haywards Heath:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Haywards Heath.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Haywards Heath with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Haywards Heath with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Haywards Heath with the following coach company: National Express.
Complete guide to Haywards Heath
Things to do in Haywards Heath
Discover the best of Haywards Heath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Haywards Heath trip today.
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Oldland Mill
A working watermill and museum in nearby Lindfield, showing milling machinery, engineering, and rural Sussex heritage.
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Bluebell Railway Museum
A volunteer-run heritage centre preserving the story of the Bluebell Railway through exhibits, objects, and railway archives.
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Victoria Park
A large country park with woodland trails, a lake, open meadows, and family-friendly walking close to the town centre.
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Clair Park and Common
A broad heathland common with ponds, sports space, and easy paths; a favourite local spot for fresh air and short walks.
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Cuckfield High Street
A characterful High Street lined with historic buildings, independent shops, and village views, ideal for a gentle stroll.
- Vegetarian
Sussex Pond Pudding
Sussex pond pudding is a suet pastry pudding filled with butter and lemon, long steamed for a rich sweet-sour finish. It is a classic Sussex speciality.
- Gluten-free
Chichester Lobster
Chichester lobster is prized Sussex coast shellfish, traditionally served simply to highlight its sweet meat and strong link to local fishing waters.
Sussex Smokie
Sussex smokie is smoked haddock in a creamy sauce, often topped with cheese and grilled. It is a comforting regional fish dish from Sussex.
Cızık
Established Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant known for grilled meats, mezze and warm service in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Roccos Italian Restaurant
Popular Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza and classic mains in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere near the centre of town.
The Lockhart Tavern
Traditional pub with British favourites, cask ales and a casual local feel. Good for hearty meals and drinks in a historic setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for southern England: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local buses and rail links offer manageable transport costs for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
FAQs: London to Haywards Heath coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Haywards Heath by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Haywards Heath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Haywards Heath
Most London to Haywards Heath buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Haywards Heath bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Haywards Heath
Which London station do buses to Haywards Heath leave from?
Buses from London to Haywards Heath leave from London, Victoria Coach Station. The station is 2 km from London city centre at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £1 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
City-centre transport
Getting to London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road from London city centre
BusN343, N89 · 9m · £15 · every ~5 min
N381 · 10m · £2 · every ~2 min
London, York Road (London Eye)47 York Rd, London SE1 7NJ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to London, York Road (London Eye) from London city centre
Bus159, N109, N381 · 11m · £4 · every ~33 min
London, York Road (London Eye) bus station facilities and services
London, York Road (London Eye) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, York Road (London Eye): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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