The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG)
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG) will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 2 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Burgess Hill station (BUG) on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 44 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.
6:49 AM0h39East Croydon (ECR)7:28 AMBurgess Hill station (BUG)$261One-way0 transfers
5:28 AM0h44East Croydon (ECR)6:12 AMBurgess Hill station (BUG)$261One-way0 transfers
6:49 AM0h39East Croydon (ECR)7:28 AMBurgess Hill station (BUG)$261One-way0 transfers
5:28 AM0h44East Croydon (ECR)6:12 AMBurgess Hill station (BUG)$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$22 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (37m by train vs 1h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $12 (€10) 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 Thameslink, 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.
Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG) trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:28 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0h44 | 6:12 AM Burgess Hill station (BUG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:49 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0h39 | 7:28 AM Burgess Hill station (BUG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG) by 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 or Southern to find the best option for your trip from East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG)
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:28 AM |
Last train 9:04 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Burgess Hill station (BUG) from $15 (€12). 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 East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG) 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 station (BUG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG)
Most East Croydon (ECR) to Burgess Hill station (BUG) trains use the East Croydon to Burgess Hill station pair, with some services arriving at Wivelsfield. Use this guide to compare East Croydon (ECR) and Burgess Hill station (BUG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
East Croydon train station facilities and services
East Croydon 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, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse, 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.
Getting to South Croydon from Croydon city centre
South Croydon is 2 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
South Croydon train station facilities and services
South Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at South Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Croydon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Croydon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Purley from Croydon city centre
Purley is 5 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
Purley train station facilities and services
Purley 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 Purley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Purley. ATMs are available at Purley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Purley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Purley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Purley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Purley: 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 on platform 6 above the waiting room, 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.
Getting to Burgess Hill from Burgess Hill city centre
Burgess Hill 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
Food and drink options are available at Burgess Hill.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Burgess Hill. ATMs are available at Burgess Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burgess Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burgess Hill: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Burgess Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Wivelsfield from Burgess Hill city centre
Wivelsfield is 1 km from Burgess Hill city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
