The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Burgess Hill
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Burgess Hill is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Burgess Hill will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 7 trains that leave Cambridge for Burgess Hill every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
20:422h15Cambridge22:57Burgess Hill£681One-way1 change
21:122h15Cambridge23:27Burgess Hill£681One-way1 change
22:422h28Cambridge1:10Burgess Hill£681One-way1 change
23:516h05Cambridge5:56Burgess Hill£681One-way1 change
19:512h14Cambridge22:05Burgess Hill£851One-way0 changes
19:512h14Cambridge22:05Burgess Hill£851One-way0 changes
20:512h14Cambridge23:05Burgess Hill£851One-way0 changes
20:422h15Cambridge22:57Burgess Hill£681One-way1 change
21:122h15Cambridge23:27Burgess Hill£681One-way1 change
21:512h19Cambridge0:10Burgess Hill£851One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Burgess Hill
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Burgess Hill among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a coach costs an average of £57.
Distance: 139 km
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Burgess Hill.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Burgess Hill.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Burgess Hill
Trains from Cambridge to Burgess Hill run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 22:44 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern from Cambridge to Burgess Hill trainsThameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Cambridge and Burgess Hill from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge to Burgess Hill train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Burgess Hill 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 Burgess Hill, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Burgess Hill
Most Cambridge to Burgess Hill trains use the Cambridge to Burgess Hill station pair, with some services arriving at Wivelsfield. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Burgess Hill train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cambridge station do trains to Burgess Hill leave from?
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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: No.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, 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.
Which Burgess Hill station do trains from Cambridge arrive at?
Getting to Burgess Hill from Burgess Hill city centre
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.
Getting to Wivelsfield from Burgess Hill city centre
Wivelsfield is 1 km from Burgess Hill city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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