Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£10

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£10

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

23 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

23 m

Trains on 18 Sept

1

Distance

17 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea 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 Shoreham-by-Sea will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .

The slowest trains will take 23 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.

  • Southern
    13:390h23
    Burgess Hill
    14:02Shoreham-by-Sea
    £101One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 17 km

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Driving

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£4

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

54m

Average total duration

Fastest

24m

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30m

Additional time*

25m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Southern

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea is a train with an average price of £13.
The fastest way to travel from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea is by train with an average journey time of 24m.
Yes, you can take a train between Burgess Hill and Shoreham-by-Sea.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1m sooner (24m by train vs 25m by car). Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Southern, Southern.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea train times

The table below shows live departures for Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Thameslink8:06 Burgess Hill
0h36
8:42 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Thameslink8:36 Burgess Hill
0h39
9:15 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern8:39 Burgess Hill
0h22
9:01 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink9:06 Burgess Hill
0h36
9:42 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern9:09 Burgess Hill
0h22
9:31 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink9:36 Burgess Hill
0h39
10:15 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern9:39 Burgess Hill
0h22
10:01 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink10:06 Burgess Hill
0h36
10:42 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern10:09 Burgess Hill
0h22
10:31 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink10:36 Burgess Hill
0h39
11:15 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern10:39 Burgess Hill
0h22
11:01 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink11:06 Burgess Hill
0h36
11:42 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern11:09 Burgess Hill
0h22
11:31 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink11:36 Burgess Hill
0h39
12:15 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern11:39 Burgess Hill
0h22
12:01 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink12:06 Burgess Hill
0h36
12:42 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern12:09 Burgess Hill
0h22
12:31 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink12:36 Burgess Hill
0h39
13:15 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern12:39 Burgess Hill
0h22
13:01 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink13:06 Burgess Hill
0h39
13:45 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern13:09 Burgess Hill
0h22
13:31 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink13:36 Burgess Hill
0h39
14:15 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change
Southern13:39 Burgess Hill
0h22
14:01 Shoreham-by-Sea0 changesdirect
Thameslink14:06 Burgess Hill
0h36
14:42 Shoreham-by-Sea1 change

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Southern as well as Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern and more offer trains services from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea

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Trains from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 22m.

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
17 km
Average train duration
24m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
22m
First train
5:43
Last train
23:35
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
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: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Burgess Hill and Shoreham-by-Sea from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
22m
Cheapest Southern Price
£10
Southern frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
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 Thameslink Duration
30m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£16
Thameslink frequency
14 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

Gatwick Express

About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gatwick Express Duration
38m
Cheapest Gatwick Express Price
£13
Gatwick Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.

FAQs: Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea 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 Shoreham-by-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea covers a distance of 17 km and takes approximately 22m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea is 17 km.
The first train from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea leaves at 5:43.
The last train from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea departs at 23:35.
Trains from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea.
Yes, there is a direct train between Burgess Hill and Shoreham-by-Sea. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Southern, Southern.
To travel from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea.
The train station in Burgess Hill that goes to Shoreham-by-Sea is Burgess Hill station (BUG), and it arrives at Shoreham-by-Sea station (SSE).
The cheapest way to get from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea is by train, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea offers scenic views of the Sussex countryside, featuring rolling hills, fields, and glimpses of the South Downs, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
Yes, a day trip is feasible with a journey time of 22m and a total distance of 17 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
A visit of 1 to 2 days in Shoreham-by-Sea is generally sufficient to explore its charming harbour, historic landmarks like St Mary de Haura Church, and enjoy the local beaches and cafes.
Yes, you can take the train from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Burgess Hill and Shoreham-by-Sea

Most Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea trains use the Wivelsfield to Shoreham-by-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Burgess Hill and Shoreham-by-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Burgess Hill
Arrival train stations in Shoreham-by-Sea

Which Burgess Hill station do trains to Shoreham-by-Sea leave from?

Trains from Burgess Hill to Shoreham-by-Sea leave from Wivelsfield. The station is 1 km from Burgess Hill city centre at Wivelsfield station, Leylands Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0QF.
WivelsfieldWivelsfield station, Leylands Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0QF+44 345 127 2920ParkingAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Wivelsfield from Burgess Hill city centre

Wivelsfield is 1 km from Burgess Hill city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus35C, 33, 33A, 35A · 13m · £2 · every ~7 min

Wivelsfield train station facilities and services

Wivelsfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Wivelsfield.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Wivelsfield: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Wivelsfield: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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.

Burgess HillBurgess Hill station, Station Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9DGWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Burgess Hill from Burgess Hill city centre

Bus35C, 35A, 38 · 15m · £2 · every ~7 min

Burgess Hill 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

Food and drink options are available at Burgess Hill.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Burgess Hill. ATMs are available at Burgess Hill.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Burgess Hill.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Burgess Hill: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Burgess Hill: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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.

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