Haywards Heath to Reading train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Haywards Heath to Reading

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£46

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

2 h 27 m

Average duration

2 h 32 m

Trains per day

2

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 £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Haywards Heath for Reading every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.

Great Western Rail
04:562h36
Haywards Heath
07:32Reading
£461One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
03:262h27
Haywards Heath
05:53Reading
£471One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Haywards Heath to Reading

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Haywards Heath to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 79 km

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Coach

£44

Average Price

£43

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Cheapest

2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 50m

Average total duration

3h 20m

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Haywards Heath to Reading train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western03:26 Haywards Heath
2h27
05:53 Reading0 changesdirect
south_west_trains04:34 Haywards Heath
2h09
06:43 Reading0 changesdirect
south_west_trains04:39 Haywards Heath
2h32
07:11 Reading0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Haywards Heath to Reading

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Trains from Haywards Heath to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 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
79 km
Average train duration
1h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 1m
First train
00:19
Last train
23:05
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, Great Western Rail, Southern, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express from Haywards Heath to Reading trainsThameslink, Great Western Rail, Southern, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Haywards Heath and Reading from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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 Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
£28
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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

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 Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£52
Southern 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
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

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 Duration
2h 9m
Cheapest Price
£47
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

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
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
£59
Thameslink frequency
3 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 Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest Price
£56
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: Haywards Heath to Reading train

FAQs: Travel by train from Haywards Heath to Reading 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 Reading.
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.
To get from Haywards Heath to Reading, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Haywards Heath to Reading is 79 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Haywards Heath to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Haywards Heath to Reading covers a distance of 79 km and takes approximately 2h 1m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Haywards Heath to Reading is by train, costing approximately £28.
The first train from Haywards Heath to Reading leaves at 0:19.
The train station in Haywards Heath that goes to Reading is Haywards Heath station (HHE), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
The last train from Haywards Heath to Reading departs at 23:05.
Trains from Haywards Heath to Reading run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Haywards Heath to Reading.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Haywards Heath to Reading.
Yes, you can take the train from Haywards Heath to Reading.
There is no night train service from Haywards Heath to Reading.

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Important Stations and Airports in Haywards Heath and Reading

Haywards Heath
Reading
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 Reading.
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
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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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