Haywards Heath to Balcombe train with Thameslink

Thu, 06 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Haywards Heath to Balcombe

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£3

Average price

£4

Fastest journey

6 m

Average duration

6 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

7 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Haywards Heath to Balcombe will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Haywards Heath for Balcombe 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 7 km distance in an average of 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 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.

Thameslink
09:490h06
Haywards Heath
09:55Balcombe
£31One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
07:490h06
Haywards Heath
07:55Balcombe
£41One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
08:490h06
Haywards Heath
08:55Balcombe
£41One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Haywards Heath to Balcombe

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Haywards Heath to Balcombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £3.

Distance: 7 km

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Coach

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

£4

Average Price

36m

Average total duration

Fastest

6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 1m

Average total duration

31m

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30m

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Live departures

Haywards Heath to Balcombe train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 09:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink09:49 Haywards Heath
0h06
09:55 Balcombe0 changesdirect
thameslink12:49 Haywards Heath
0h06
12:55 Balcombe0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
thameslink07:49 Haywards Heath
0h06
07:55 Balcombe0 changesdirect
thameslink08:49 Haywards Heath
0h06
08:55 Balcombe0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Haywards Heath to Balcombe

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Trains from Haywards Heath to Balcombe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
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
7 km
Average train duration
6m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
5m
First train
00:28
Last train
23:53
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: Thameslink, Southern from Haywards Heath to Balcombe trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Haywards Heath and Balcombe from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
3m
Cheapest Price
£3
Thameslink frequency
5 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
Family area

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
£18
Southern frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Haywards Heath to Balcombe train

FAQs: Travel by train from Haywards Heath to Balcombe easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Haywards Heath to Balcombe.
FAQs
A visit to Balcombe can be comfortably enjoyed in one to two days, allowing time to explore the local countryside and enjoy the village's attractions.
Booking trains from Haywards Heath to Balcombe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Haywards Heath to Balcombe is 7 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Haywards Heath to Balcombe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Haywards Heath to Balcombe covers a distance of 7 km and takes approximately 5m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Haywards Heath to Balcombe is by train, costing approximately £3.
The first train from Haywards Heath to Balcombe leaves at 0:28.
The last train from Haywards Heath to Balcombe departs at 23:53.
The train station in Haywards Heath that goes to Balcombe is Haywards Heath station (HHE), and it arrives at Balcombe station (BAB).
Trains from Haywards Heath to Balcombe run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Haywards Heath to Balcombe.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Haywards Heath to Balcombe.
Yes, there is a direct train between Haywards Heath and Balcombe. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
Yes, you can take the train from Haywards Heath to Balcombe.
To get from Haywards Heath to Balcombe, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Haywards Heath and Balcombe

Haywards Heath
Balcombe
The major train station for departures in Haywards Heath is Haywards Heath. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Haywards Heath for your trip from Haywards Heath to Balcombe.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
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 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:00
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 A station: This station has step-free level access to all 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: 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: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on all platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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