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The cheapest and fastest trains from Haywards Heath to Bristol
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Oct
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£81
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£81
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
3 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
3 h 1 m
Trains on 15 Oct
1
Distance
181 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Haywards Heath to Bristol 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 Bristol will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Fast trains
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 1 trains from Haywards Heath to Bristol, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 1 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.
6:013h01Haywards Heath9:02Bristol£811One-way0 changes
- 6:013h01Haywards Heath9:02Bristol£811One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Haywards Heath to Bristol
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Haywards Heath to Bristol run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 28m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Live departures
Haywards Heath to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Haywards Heath to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:01 Haywards Heath | 3h01 | 9:02 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£28
Great Western Railway frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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Things to do in Bristol
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- Must visit
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
City museum and art gallery with natural history, archaeology, applied art and paintings in a grand central building.
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SS Great Britain
Former passenger liner turned museum ship, where visitors explore restored decks and learn about transatlantic travel and engineering.
- Must visit
Bristol Harbour
Lively floating harbour area with waterside walks, museums, boats and year-round city views, ideal for first-time visitors.
- Recommended
Queen Square
Elegant Georgian square with lawns and paths, useful as a calm stop between the old city, harbour and nearby cultural sights.
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Stokes Croft
Colourful hillside neighbourhood famed for street art, independent character and broad views over the city from nearby green spaces.
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West Country Cider
A cider from apples grown in the surrounding West Country. Bristol’s long cider-trading history makes it a classic local drink to try in pubs and cider houses.
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Cheddar Cheese
A rich cheese from Somerset, often eaten across Bristol in sandwiches, ploughman’s lunches and pub dishes. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
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Bristol Bun
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Matina
Long-running St Nicholas Market favourite serving pitta sandwiches packed with falafel, salad and sauces in a casual setting.
Bulrush
Elegant modern British dining in Clifton, with tasting menus and polished service in an intimate setting.
Pasture
Lively harbourside restaurant known for excellent steaks, burgers and strong cocktails in a smart but relaxed room.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining cost less than London, but more than many smaller cities. Buses are reasonable; central attractions and cafés can add up.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.60
- Day pass
- £6.90
To the city centre
Bristol Temple Meads -> Bristol Bus & Coach Station
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless card, Apple Pay and Google Pay work on First Bus and metrobus services for Adult Single and Day tickets.
- For metrobus, buy before you board at stop ticket machines or use contactless at iPoints.
FAQs: Haywards Heath to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Haywards Heath to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Haywards Heath to Bristol can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The train journey from Haywards Heath to Bristol covers a distance of 181 km and takes approximately 2h 28m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Haywards Heath to Bristol is 181 km.
The first train from Haywards Heath to Bristol leaves at 4:26.
The last train from Haywards Heath to Bristol departs at 22:30.
Trains from Haywards Heath to Bristol run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Haywards Heath to Bristol.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Haywards Heath to Bristol.
There is no night train service from Haywards Heath to Bristol.
The train station in Haywards Heath that goes to Bristol is Haywards Heath station (HHE), and it arrives at Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Booking trains from Haywards Heath to Bristol in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Haywards Heath to Bristol offers some scenic views, especially through the rolling hills of the South Downs and the picturesque countryside of Wiltshire and Somerset.
Yes, you can take the train from Haywards Heath to Bristol.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Haywards Heath and Bristol
Most Haywards Heath to Bristol trains use the Haywards Heath to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare Haywards Heath and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Haywards Heath
Arrival train stations in Bristol
Which Haywards Heath station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Trains from Haywards Heath to Bristol leave from Haywards Heath. The station is 1 km from Haywards Heath city centre at Haywards Heath station, Commercial Square, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1DJ.
Haywards HeathHaywards Heath station, Commercial Square, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1DJ
City-centre transport
Getting to Haywards Heath from Haywards Heath city centre
Bus30, 31, 33, 62, 33A, 89, 31A, 166, 39 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min
270, 271, 272 · 4m · £2 · every ~7 min
Haywards Heath train station facilities and services
Haywards Heath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Haywards Heath.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haywards Heath. ATMs are available at Haywards Heath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haywards Heath.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haywards Heath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haywards Heath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haywards Heath: 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.
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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