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Weston Park Museum
A major city museum with archaeology, metalwork, art and natural history collections, set beside the Winter Garden and Millennium Gallery.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burgess Hill to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a flight costs an average of £160.
Distance: 284 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price | £160 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Burgess Hill to Sheffield:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burgess Hill to Sheffield costing on average £43.
A coach is £132 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burgess Hill to Sheffield costing on average £160.
Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 23m.
Coach takes on average 8h 55m.
The journey is about 35m faster (3h 23m by train vs 3h 58m by car) and roughly £12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£43 vs £55). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Burgess Hill to Sheffield trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:42 Burgess Hill | 3h23 | 12:05 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:54 Burgess Hill | 4h41 | 13:35 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:12 Burgess Hill | 3h32 | 12:44 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:25 Burgess Hill | 3h22 | 12:47 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:42 Burgess Hill | 3h19 | 13:01 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:55 Burgess Hill | 4h40 | 14:35 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:12 Burgess Hill | 3h29 | 13:41 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:25 Burgess Hill | 3h22 | 13:47 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:42 Burgess Hill | 3h22 | 14:04 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:55 Burgess Hill | 4h40 | 15:35 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:12 Burgess Hill | 3h29 | 14:41 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:25 Burgess Hill | 3h23 | 14:48 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:42 Burgess Hill | 3h22 | 15:04 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:55 Burgess Hill | 4h40 | 16:35 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:12 Burgess Hill | 3h32 | 15:44 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:25 Burgess Hill | 3h21 | 15:46 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:42 Burgess Hill | 3h22 | 16:04 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:55 Burgess Hill | 4h40 | 17:35 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:12 Burgess Hill | 3h29 | 16:41 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:25 Burgess Hill | 3h22 | 16:47 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:42 Burgess Hill | 3h22 | 17:04 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:55 Burgess Hill | 4h41 | 18:36 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:12 Burgess Hill | 3h31 | 17:43 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:25 Burgess Hill | 3h22 | 17:47 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:42 Burgess Hill | 3h22 | 18:04 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:12 Burgess Hill | 3h39 | 18:51 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:25 Burgess Hill | 3h23 | 18:48 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:42 Burgess Hill | 3h35 | 19:17 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:12 Burgess Hill | 3h35 | 19:47 Sheffield | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:25 Burgess Hill | 3h43 | 20:08 Sheffield | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Burgess Hill to Sheffield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 16:11. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 16:11 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Sheffield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sheffield trip today.
A major city museum with archaeology, metalwork, art and natural history collections, set beside the Winter Garden and Millennium Gallery.
City-centre gallery with changing art, design and metalwork displays, plus the Ruskin Collection and exhibitions linked to Sheffield craft.
Industrial museum on the River Don where historic working machinery demonstrates Sheffield's steel and engineering heritage.
Large glasshouse filled with plants from around the world, linking the city centre to cultural venues and offering a bright all-weather stop.
Regenerated inner-city district known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively mix of old industrial buildings.
Formal city-centre square with fountains, seasonal events and major civic buildings, ideal for a short stroll and people-watching.
A hearty suet pudding from the Sheffield area, traditionally filled with lamb and onions. It is a classic South Yorkshire comfort dish with strong local roots.
A soft, thick griddle bread long associated with South Yorkshire. Locals eat it toasted with butter or fillings, and it is a familiar regional tea-time staple.
A rich fruit loaf from nearby South Yorkshire and the Peak fringe, packed with currants and peel. It is traditionally served sliced with butter.
A relaxed city-centre restaurant known for British cooking with seasonal ingredients, plus a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
A long-established Sheffield favourite for rustic Italian dishes, handmade pasta and a lively, friendly dining room.
A popular Kelham Island pub and dining venue serving local beer and hearty British food in a historic industrial setting.
Moderate by UK standards. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday costs are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service unless a service charge is added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Sheffield Station -> Sheaf Square, Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgess Hill to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Burgess Hill to Sheffield trains use the Burgess Hill to Sheffield station pair. Use this guide to compare Burgess Hill and Sheffield 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.
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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