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Shoreham Maritime and Local History Museum
Local history museum in a former warehouse, with exhibits on maritime trade, aviation and everyday life in Shoreham.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
23 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
26 m
Trains on 20 Sept
39
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Haywards Heath to Shoreham-by-Sea 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 Shoreham-by-Sea will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 39 trains from Haywards Heath to Shoreham-by-Sea, including 17 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.










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Local history museum in a former warehouse, with exhibits on maritime trade, aviation and everyday life in Shoreham.
Museum at nearby Shoreham Airport covering the airport’s early aviation story, architecture and links to local flying history.
Contemporary art gallery in the town centre showing changing exhibitions by local and regional artists in an accessible space.
Shingle beach with wide sea views, colourful houseboats nearby and a relaxed promenade atmosphere for walking and sunset visits.
Historic part of town with narrow streets, old buildings and easy access to the Norman church and riverside paths.
Riverside walk along the Adur, popular for birdwatching, boat views and gentle walks close to the town centre.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Haywards Heath to Shoreham-by-Sea 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 Shoreham-by-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Haywards Heath to Shoreham-by-Sea trains use the Haywards Heath to Shoreham-by-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Haywards Heath and Shoreham-by-Sea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Haywards Heath.
Wi-Fi is available at Haywards Heath. ATMs are available at Haywards Heath.
Ticket office support is available at Haywards Heath.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haywards Heath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Haywards Heath: Bike Parking.
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.
Shoreham-by-Sea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Shoreham-by-Sea.
Wi-Fi is available at Shoreham-by-Sea.
Ticket office support is available at Shoreham-by-Sea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Shoreham-by-Sea: Parking, WC.
Available at Shoreham-by-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shoreham-by-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via street and level crossing. 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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