Haywards Heath to Reading train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Haywards Heath to Reading

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
Cheapest price on 02 Nov
£52
Average ticket price on 02 Nov
£55
Fastest journey on 02 Nov
1 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 02 Nov
2 h 9 m
Trains on 02 Nov
3
Distance
79 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Haywards Heath to Reading 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 Reading will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.

Fast trains

To travel from Haywards Heath to Reading you need to make at least one change.

  • Southern
    1 change
  • Southern
    2 changes
  • Thameslink
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Haywards Heath to Reading

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Trains from Haywards Heath to Reading run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 27m.

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
79 km
Average train duration
1h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 27m
First train
0:19
Last train
23:05
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
28 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your Haywards Heath to Reading trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Haywards Heath to Reading.

The cost of a train ticket from Haywards Heath to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £50.
The train journey from Haywards Heath to Reading covers a distance of 79 km and takes approximately 1h 27m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Haywards Heath to Reading is 79 km.
The first train from Haywards Heath to Reading leaves at 0:19.
The last train from Haywards Heath to Reading departs at 23:05.
Trains from Haywards Heath to Reading run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Haywards Heath to Reading.

Live departures

Haywards Heath to Reading train times

The table below shows live departures for Haywards Heath to Reading trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Southern11:00 Haywards Heath
1h53
12:53 Reading1 change
Southern11:30 Haywards Heath
2h02
13:32 Reading1 change
Thameslink11:38 Haywards Heath
1h45
13:23 Reading1 change
Thameslink11:49 Haywards Heath
2h13
14:02 Reading2 changes
Southern12:00 Haywards Heath
1h53
13:53 Reading1 change
Southern12:30 Haywards Heath
2h02
14:32 Reading1 change
Thameslink12:38 Haywards Heath
1h45
14:23 Reading1 change
Thameslink12:49 Haywards Heath
2h13
15:02 Reading2 changes
Southern13:00 Haywards Heath
1h53
14:53 Reading1 change
Southern13:30 Haywards Heath
2h02
15:32 Reading1 change
Thameslink13:38 Haywards Heath
1h45
15:23 Reading1 change
Thameslink13:49 Haywards Heath
2h13
16:02 Reading2 changes
Southern14:00 Haywards Heath
1h53
15:53 Reading1 change
Southern14:30 Haywards Heath
2h02
16:32 Reading1 change
Thameslink14:38 Haywards Heath
1h45
16:23 Reading1 change
Thameslink14:49 Haywards Heath
2h13
17:02 Reading2 changes
Southern15:00 Haywards Heath
1h53
16:53 Reading1 change
Southern15:30 Haywards Heath
2h02
17:32 Reading1 change
Thameslink15:38 Haywards Heath
1h45
17:23 Reading1 change
Thameslink15:49 Haywards Heath
2h13
18:02 Reading2 changes
Southern16:00 Haywards Heath
1h53
17:53 Reading1 change
Southern16:30 Haywards Heath
2h02
18:32 Reading1 change
Thameslink16:38 Haywards Heath
1h45
18:23 Reading1 change
Thameslink16:49 Haywards Heath
2h13
19:02 Reading2 changes
Southern17:00 Haywards Heath
1h53
18:53 Reading1 change
Southern17:30 Haywards Heath
2h02
19:32 Reading1 change
Thameslink17:38 Haywards Heath
1h45
19:23 Reading1 change
Thameslink17:49 Haywards Heath
2h13
20:02 Reading2 changes
Southern18:00 Haywards Heath
1h54
19:54 Reading1 change
Southern18:30 Haywards Heath
2h02
20:32 Reading1 change
Thameslink18:38 Haywards Heath
1h45
20:23 Reading1 change
Thameslink18:49 Haywards Heath
2h13
21:02 Reading2 changes
Southern19:00 Haywards Heath
1h54
20:54 Reading1 change
Southern19:30 Haywards Heath
2h03
21:33 Reading1 change
Thameslink19:38 Haywards Heath
1h48
21:26 Reading1 change
Thameslink19:49 Haywards Heath
2h13
22:02 Reading2 changes
Southern20:00 Haywards Heath
1h53
21:53 Reading1 change
Southern20:30 Haywards Heath
2h02
22:32 Reading1 change
Thameslink20:38 Haywards Heath
1h46
22:24 Reading1 change
Southern21:00 Haywards Heath
2h02
23:02 Reading1 change
Southern21:30 Haywards Heath
2h02
23:32 Reading1 change
Thameslink21:49 Haywards Heath
2h13
0:02 Reading2 changes
Southern22:00 Haywards Heath
1h40
23:40 Reading1 change
Thameslink22:19 Haywards Heath
2h21
0:40 Reading2 changes
Southern22:34 Haywards Heath
1h58
0:32 Reading1 change
Southern23:00 Haywards Heath
2h02
1:02 Reading1 change
Southern23:31 Haywards Heath
7h16
6:47 Reading1 change
Thameslink23:34 Haywards Heath
7h13
6:47 Reading2 changes
Monday 2 November
Thameslink4:26 Haywards Heath
2h25
6:51 Reading1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Thameslink as well as Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway and more offer trains services from Haywards Heath to Reading.
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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 Western Railway, Elizabeth line or South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Haywards Heath to Reading.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line or South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Haywards Heath to Reading.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Haywards Heath to Reading.

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway from Haywards Heath to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, Thameslink, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway trains will get you between Haywards Heath and Reading from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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
1h 38m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£34
Great Western Railway frequency
3 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
Learn more about Great Western Railway

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£42
South Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Learn more about South Western Railway

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
1h 27m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£51
Thameslink frequency
2 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
Learn more about Thameslink

Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth line Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
£51
Elizabeth line frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Haywards Heath and Reading

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Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Haywards Heath to Reading.
Yes, there is a night train from Haywards Heath to Reading.

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Things to do in Reading

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  • Must visit

Reading Museum

Reading’s main museum explores local history, archaeology, and art. Best known for the Victorian copy of the Bayeux Tapestry.

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  • Must visit

The Museum of English Rural Life

Small museum beside the abbey ruins with exhibits on Reading’s medieval abbey. Good for context before walking the historic quarter.

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Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology

University museum covering farming, countryside life, and design. Engaging displays make it a distinctive and family-friendly visit.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for England: hotels are often cheaper than London, but dining, drinks and rail fares still add up for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

Plan your visit to Reading

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Reading.

The train journey from Haywards Heath to Reading offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the picturesque English countryside along with glimpses of charming towns, especially as the train passes through areas like the South Downs and approaches the outskirts of Reading.

FAQs: Haywards Heath to Reading train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Haywards Heath to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Haywards Heath to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Haywards Heath to Reading.

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Important Stations and Airports in Haywards Heath and Reading

Most Haywards Heath to Reading trains use the Haywards Heath to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Haywards Heath and Reading 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 Reading

Which Haywards Heath station do trains to Reading leave from?

Trains from Haywards Heath to Reading 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 1DJWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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.

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Train stations for Haywards Heath to Reading

Check train stations information for Haywards Heath and Reading, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Haywards Heath that goes to Reading is Haywards Heath, and it arrives at Reading.

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