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Compare train for Portslade to Burgess Hill
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portslade to Burgess Hill among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 14 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Portslade to Burgess Hill is a train with an average price of £12.
The fastest way to travel from Portslade to Burgess Hill is by train with an average journey time of 19m.
Yes, you can take a train between Portslade and Burgess Hill.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (19m by train vs 21m by car). Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £3 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.
Direct services run with Southern, Southern.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portslade to Burgess Hill
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Portslade to Burgess Hill run on average 5 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 18m.
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 14 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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.
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Train companies: Southern from Portslade to Burgess Hill trainsSouthern trains will get you between Portslade and Burgess Hill from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Southern Duration
20m
Cheapest Southern Price
£4
Southern frequency
7 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
Complete guide to Burgess Hill
Things to do in Burgess Hill
Discover the best of Burgess Hill — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Burgess Hill trip today.
- Recommended
Burgess Hill Heritage and History Association Museum
Local heritage museum charting Burgess Hill’s growth, industries and daily life through objects, archives and displays.
- Recommended
Charleston
House museum in nearby Hassocks displaying Bloomsbury paintings, interiors and decorative arts in a lived-in setting.
- Must visit
Ditchling Beacon
South Downs beauty spot near Burgess Hill with panoramic views, open chalk grassland and rewarding walking routes.
- Recommended
Bedelands Nature Reserve
Large public park with lake, woodland, open lawns and the town’s miniature railway. Ideal for relaxed walks.
- Recommended
St John's Park
Popular town park with formal gardens, play areas, sports facilities and easy access from the centre.
Sussex Ale
A Sussex ale brewed with local malt and hops. It is a defining county drink and a staple in pubs across the Burgess Hill area.
Sussex Pond Pudding
A rich fruit cake packed with dried vine fruits, spices and suet. Long linked with Sussex home baking and festive tables.
Sussex Pond Pudding
A classic county pudding made with suet pastry, butter, sugar and a whole lemon. Traditional Sussex comfort food with a distinctive sharp-sweet centre.
The Shahen Restaurant
Popular casual Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a relaxed town-centre setting.
The Woolpack
Traditional pub dining with British classics, Sunday roasts and local drinks in a historic, cosy atmosphere.
Greenwoods Hotel & Restaurant
Stylish restaurant serving modern British and European dishes with cocktails, suited to relaxed dinners and social evenings.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for southern England. Accommodation and dining cost more than in smaller UK towns, but local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés and pubs usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Portslade to Burgess Hill train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portslade to Burgess Hill 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 Burgess Hill, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Portslade to Burgess Hill can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The train journey from Portslade to Burgess Hill covers a distance of 14 km and takes approximately 18m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Portslade to Burgess Hill is 14 km.
The first train from Portslade to Burgess Hill leaves at 0:11.
The last train from Portslade to Burgess Hill departs at 23:41.
Trains from Portslade to Burgess Hill run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Portslade to Burgess Hill.
Yes, there is a direct train between Portslade and Burgess Hill. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Southern, Southern.
To travel from Portslade to Burgess Hill, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Portslade to Burgess Hill.
The train station in Portslade that goes to Burgess Hill is Portslade station (PLD), and it arrives at Burgess Hill station (BUG).
The cheapest way to get from Portslade to Burgess Hill is by train, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Portslade to Burgess Hill in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Portslade to Burgess Hill offers pleasant views of the Sussex countryside, with stretches of open fields and small towns, providing a moderately scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from Portslade to Burgess Hill is feasible. The journey takes 18m and the distance is 14 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
Burgess Hill can be comfortably explored in one to two days, allowing visitors to enjoy local attractions and nearby countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Portslade to Burgess Hill.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portslade and Burgess Hill
Most Portslade to Burgess Hill trains use the Portslade to Wivelsfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Portslade and Burgess Hill train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Portslade
Arrival train stations in Burgess Hill
Which Portslade station do trains to Burgess Hill leave from?
Trains from Portslade to Burgess Hill leave from Portslade. The station is 1 km from Portslade city centre at Portslade station, Portland Road, Portslade, West Sussex, BN3 5SG.
PortsladePortslade station, Portland Road, Portslade, West Sussex, BN3 5SG
City-centre transport
Getting to Portslade from Portslade city centre
Bus95A, 1X · 5m · £2 · every ~18 min
6, 95A · 7m · £2 · every ~13 min
Portslade train station facilities and services
Portslade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portslade.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portslade.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portslade: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Portslade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portslade: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). 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, 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: No.
Which Burgess Hill station do trains from Portslade arrive at?
Trains from Portslade to Burgess Hill arrive at Wivelsfield. Wivelsfield is 1 km from Burgess Hill city centre.
WivelsfieldWivelsfield station, Leylands Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0QF+44 345 127 2920
City-centre transport
Getting to Wivelsfield from Burgess Hill city centre
Wivelsfield is 1 km from Burgess Hill city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus35C, 33, 33A, 35A · 13m · £2 · every ~7 min
Wivelsfield train station facilities and services
Wivelsfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wivelsfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wivelsfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wivelsfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wivelsfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to platform 2 (to Brighton/Lewes) via ramp accessed from Gordon Road. Steps only to platform 1 (to London). No step free access between platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is between the booking hall and the subway entrance, 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: No.
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