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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
47 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
48 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath 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 Thornton Heath will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 48 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.
17:120h47Haywards Heath17:59Thornton Heath£101One-way0 changes- 16:120h48Haywards Heath17:00Thornton Heath£151One-way0 changes
- 17:120h47Haywards Heath17:59Thornton Heath£101One-way0 changes
- 16:120h48Haywards Heath17:00Thornton Heath£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 45 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (39m by train vs 1h 8m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath train times
The table below shows live departures for Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:17 Haywards Heath | 1h02 | 17:19 Thornton Heath | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath run on average 5 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 39m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Haywards Heath and Thornton Heath from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath 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 Thornton Heath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Haywards Heath and Thornton Heath
Most Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath trains use the Haywards Heath to Thornton Heath station pair. Use this guide to compare Haywards Heath and Thornton Heath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Haywards Heath station do trains to Thornton Heath leave from?
Getting to Haywards Heath from Haywards Heath city centre
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.
Which Thornton Heath station do trains from Haywards Heath arrive at?
Thornton Heath train station facilities and services
Thornton Heath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thornton Heath.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thornton Heath. ATMs are available at Thornton Heath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thornton Heath.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thornton Heath: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thornton Heath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thornton 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 in the Booking Hall near the cash machine, 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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