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Reigate Priory Museum
Local museum covering Reigate and Redhill history through artefacts, archives and changing displays, a strong introduction to the area.
Take a train from Burgess Hill to Merstham and enjoy the approximately 34 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 22:44.
Distance 34 km |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 22:44 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
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Local museum covering Reigate and Redhill history through artefacts, archives and changing displays, a strong introduction to the area.
Art gallery and museum in Croydon with modern and contemporary works, plus displays on the borough’s people and places.
Museum in a historic windmill presenting milling history and restored machinery, offering a distinctive heritage visit near Merstham.
Open hillside and woodland managed for walks, wildlife and panoramic views, popular for a classic North Downs outing near Merstham.
Nature reserve in a former chalk quarry with rare plants, dramatic white cliffs and marked paths, well loved by local walkers.
Village street lined with historic buildings and local character, good for a short stroll to appreciate Merstham’s older core.
A well-known Surrey cheese with a rich, nutty flavour. It reflects the county’s long dairy tradition and is often served on local cheeseboards.
Traditional English sausages made with pork and seasoning. Common in Surrey pubs and homes, often served with mash and onion gravy.
A classic roast beef dinner with roast potatoes, vegetables and Yorkshire pudding. A staple Sunday meal across Surrey and the wider South East.
Country pub near Merstham known for British favourites, Sunday roasts and a cosy historic atmosphere.
Refined neighbourhood restaurant in nearby Reigate offering modern European cooking in a smart but approachable setting.
Traditional pub in Merstham serving classic British meals and drinks in a relaxed village setting.
Moderate for South East England. Meals and cafés are pricier than many UK towns, and nearby London lifts lodging and rail costs for visitors.
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgess Hill to Merstham 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 Merstham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Burgess Hill to Merstham trains use the Burgess Hill to Merstham station pair. Use this guide to compare Burgess Hill and Merstham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Burgess Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burgess Hill.
Wi-Fi is available at Burgess Hill. ATMs are available at Burgess Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Burgess Hill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burgess Hill: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Burgess Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burgess Hill: 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.
Wivelsfield is 1 km from Burgess Hill city centre. Public transport options include:
Wivelsfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Wivelsfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wivelsfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Wivelsfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wivelsfield: 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.
Merstham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Merstham.
Ticket office support is available at Merstham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Merstham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Merstham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Merstham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platform 1 (to London) from main entrance. Step-free access to platform 2 (to Redhill) from rear entrance via steep access path, route approximately 1100m from main entrance. No step-free interchange between platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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