- Must visit
The Lightbox
The Lightbox is Woking's leading museum and gallery, with local history displays, changing art exhibitions, and a strong programme for families and culture lovers.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burgess Hill to Woking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Woking take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 35m.
Tickets start at around $38 compared to roughly $15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-22.23. The journey takes 1h 9m versus 1h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Burgess Hill to Woking run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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The Lightbox is Woking's leading museum and gallery, with local history displays, changing art exhibitions, and a strong programme for families and culture lovers.
The Surrey History Centre preserves county archives and hosts exhibitions that help visitors explore Surrey's past through original records and research displays.
The Muslim Burial Ground Visitor Centre interprets the restored cemetery's story and Woking's important place in British Muslim history.
Horsell Common is a wide heathland famous for its link to The War of the Worlds, with open trails, woods, and an atmospheric natural landscape.
Woking Park is the town's main green space, offering lakes, sports, gardens, and easy paths for a relaxed break close to the centre.
Basingstoke Canal towpath near Woking provides peaceful waterside walking with locks, wildlife, and long flat routes ideal for a gentle outdoor escape.
A classic Surrey pub dish of pork sausages in onion gravy. It is a familiar local comfort food often served with mash in traditional inns.
Pan-fried trout from Surrey waters, valued for the county's river fishing heritage. Often served simply to highlight fresh local produce.
A traditional English roast with beef, roast potatoes, vegetables and Yorkshire pudding. A Sunday staple across Surrey and local pubs.
Refined modern British dining in an elegant setting at The Talbot. Known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Popular independent Italian restaurant with a lively, polished atmosphere. Known for fresh pasta, pizza and reliable service.
Smart gastropub beside the canal with British classics, Sunday roasts and a relaxed waterside setting near central Woking.
Moderate for the South East of England. Hotels and rail travel can be pricey, but casual dining and everyday costs are similar to other commuter towns near London.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Woking Railway Station -> Woking Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgess Hill to Woking 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 Woking, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Burgess Hill to Woking trains use the Burgess Hill to Woking station pair. Use this guide to compare Burgess Hill and Woking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Burgess Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burgess Hill.
Wi-Fi is available at Burgess Hill. ATMs are available at Burgess Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Burgess Hill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burgess Hill: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Burgess Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burgess Hill: 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. Step-free route between platforms via the street, steep in places (over 400m and gradient above 1:10). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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.
Wivelsfield is 1 km from Burgess Hill city centre. Public transport options include:
Wivelsfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Wivelsfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wivelsfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Wivelsfield: Bike Parking.
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.
Woking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Woking.
Wi-Fi is available at Woking. ATMs are available at Woking.
Ticket office support is available at Woking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Woking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available outside both station entrances. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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