Burgess Hill to Birmingham train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Burgess Hill to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 21 May

Cheapest price

£132

Average price

£148

Fastest journey

2 h 31 m

Average duration

2 h 31 m

Trains per day

42

Distance

209 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burgess Hill to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Burgess Hill to Birmingham will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £132.

Fast trains

To travel from Burgess Hill to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.

  • Thameslink
    0:167h30
    Burgess Hill
    7:46Birmingham
    £1321One-way
    2 changes
  • Thameslink
    5:423h33
    Burgess Hill
    9:15Birmingham
    £1321One-way
    2 changes
  • Thameslink
    6:123h26
    Burgess Hill
    9:38Birmingham
    £1321One-way
    2 changes
  • Thameslink
    6:423h33
    Burgess Hill
    10:15Birmingham
    £1321One-way
    2 changes
  • Thameslink
    7:123h26
    Burgess Hill
    10:38Birmingham
    £1321One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Burgess Hill to Birmingham train times

The table below shows live departures for Burgess Hill to Birmingham trains for today, Wednesday 20 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Thameslink21:42 Burgess Hill
3h22
1:04 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink22:12 Burgess Hill
3h20
1:32 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink22:25 Burgess Hill
8h50
7:15 Birmingham2 changes
Thursday 21 May
Thameslink0:16 Burgess Hill
7h30
7:46 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink0:16 Burgess Hill
7h32
7:48 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink5:42 Burgess Hill
3h33
9:15 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink5:55 Burgess Hill
2h32
8:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink6:12 Burgess Hill
3h26
9:38 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink6:24 Burgess Hill
2h32
8:56 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink6:42 Burgess Hill
3h33
10:15 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink6:54 Burgess Hill
2h33
9:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink7:12 Burgess Hill
3h26
10:38 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink7:24 Burgess Hill
2h32
9:56 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink7:42 Burgess Hill
3h33
11:15 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink7:54 Burgess Hill
2h33
10:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink8:24 Burgess Hill
2h33
10:57 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink8:42 Burgess Hill
3h31
12:13 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink8:54 Burgess Hill
2h33
11:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink9:25 Burgess Hill
2h32
11:57 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink9:42 Burgess Hill
3h32
13:14 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink9:55 Burgess Hill
2h32
12:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink10:25 Burgess Hill
2h31
12:56 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink10:42 Burgess Hill
3h32
14:14 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink10:55 Burgess Hill
2h32
13:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink11:25 Burgess Hill
2h31
13:56 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink11:42 Burgess Hill
3h33
15:15 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink11:55 Burgess Hill
2h32
14:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink12:25 Burgess Hill
2h32
14:57 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink12:42 Burgess Hill
3h33
16:15 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink12:55 Burgess Hill
2h32
15:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink13:25 Burgess Hill
2h31
15:56 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink13:42 Burgess Hill
3h33
17:15 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink13:55 Burgess Hill
2h32
16:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink14:25 Burgess Hill
2h31
16:56 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink14:42 Burgess Hill
3h33
18:15 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink14:55 Burgess Hill
2h32
17:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink15:12 Burgess Hill
3h33
18:45 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink15:25 Burgess Hill
2h35
18:00 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink15:42 Burgess Hill
3h33
19:15 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink15:55 Burgess Hill
2h32
18:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink16:25 Burgess Hill
2h33
18:58 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink16:42 Burgess Hill
3h33
20:15 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink16:55 Burgess Hill
2h32
19:27 Birmingham1 change
Thameslink17:12 Burgess Hill
3h26
20:38 Birmingham2 changes
Thameslink17:25 Burgess Hill
2h35
20:00 Birmingham1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Burgess Hill to Birmingham by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Burgess Hill to Birmingham

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Trains from Burgess Hill to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £132 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 2h 31m.

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
209 km
Average train duration
2h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£132
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 31m
First train
5:22
Last train
21:42
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
14 days
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

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Thameslink from Burgess Hill to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Thameslink trains will get you between Burgess Hill and Birmingham from £132. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 43m
Cheapest Price
£70
Chiltern Railways frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£132
Thameslink frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Burgess Hill to Birmingham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgess Hill to Birmingham by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Burgess Hill to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £132, while the average price tends to be around £148.
The train journey from Burgess Hill to Birmingham covers a distance of 209 km and takes approximately 2h 31m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Burgess Hill to Birmingham is 209 km.
The first train from Burgess Hill to Birmingham leaves at 5:22.
The last train from Burgess Hill to Birmingham departs at 21:42.
Trains from Burgess Hill to Birmingham run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Burgess Hill to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Burgess Hill to Birmingham.
To travel from Burgess Hill to Birmingham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Burgess Hill to Birmingham.
The train station in Burgess Hill that goes to Birmingham is Burgess Hill station (BUG), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Burgess Hill to Birmingham is by train, costing approximately £132.
Booking trains from Burgess Hill to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Burgess Hill to Birmingham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Burgess Hill and Birmingham

Burgess Hill
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Burgess Hill is Burgess Hill. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Burgess Hill for your trip from Burgess Hill to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:35 Saturday 06:40 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:35
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: There is a newsagent located next to the booking hall, on the bridge
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Step-free route between platforms via the street, steep in places (over 400m and gradient above 1:10). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting area is available on platform 2
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 19:35 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to platform 2 (to Brighton/Lewes) via ramp accessed from Gordon Road. Steps only to platform 1 (to London). No step free access between platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is between the booking hall and the subway entrance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting area is available in the ticket office. Shelters available on platform 1 and 2
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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