The cheapest and fastest trains from Haywards Heath to Balcombe
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
6 m
Average duration
6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
7 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Haywards Heath to Balcombe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Haywards Heath to Balcombe will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 2 trains that leave Haywards Heath for Balcombe on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 7 km distance in an average of 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 6 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.
8:49 AM0h06Haywards Heath8:55 AMBalcombe€31One-way0 transfers
10:19 AM0h06Haywards Heath10:25 AMBalcombe€51One-way0 transfers
8:49 AM0h06Haywards Heath8:55 AMBalcombe€31One-way0 transfers
10:19 AM0h06Haywards Heath10:25 AMBalcombe€51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Haywards Heath to Balcombe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Haywards Heath to Balcombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €3.
Distance: 7 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€4 Average price Cheapest | €4 Average price |
36m Average total duration Fastest 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Haywards Heath to Balcombe train times
The table below shows live departures for Haywards Heath to Balcombe trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:19 AM Haywards Heath | 0h06 | 9:25 AM Balcombe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Haywards Heath to Balcombe by bus or train
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from Haywards Heath to Balcombe.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Haywards Heath to Balcombe.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Haywards Heath to Balcombe
Trains from Haywards Heath to Balcombe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:34, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 7 km distance in 6m.
Distance 7 km |
Average train duration 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6m |
First train 12:34 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Haywards Heath to Balcombe trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Haywards Heath and Balcombe from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Haywards Heath to Balcombe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Haywards Heath to Balcombe 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 Balcombe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Haywards Heath to Balcombe
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on all platforms
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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