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Working heritage windmill museum on the Downs. Visitors can see milling machinery and learn about local rural history on open days.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$5
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$5
Fastest journey on Sep 20
10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
10 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Haywards Heath to Hassocks 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 Hassocks will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Haywards Heath to Hassocks, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 10 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Haywards Heath to Hassocks among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 5 miles (9 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (10m by train vs 19m by car). Tickets start at around $7 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 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.
The table below shows live departures for Haywards Heath to Hassocks trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:42 AM Haywards Heath | 0h10 | 9:52 AM Hassocks | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Haywards Heath to Hassocks run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 10m.
Distance 5 miles (9 km) |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Working heritage windmill museum on the Downs. Visitors can see milling machinery and learn about local rural history on open days.
Volunteer-run local museum in nearby Brighton with social and domestic history displays, easy to combine with a day trip from Hassocks.
Major art museum in nearby Brighton with decorative arts, fashion, and changing exhibitions in the Royal Pavilion Estate.
Popular local beauty spot on the South Downs with broad views, open grassland, and walking routes above Hassocks and nearby villages.
Historic village center north of Hassocks with artisan shops, old cottages, and a pleasant atmosphere before walks onto the Downs.
A scenic section of the national trail passing above Hassocks, ideal for countryside walks, ridge views, and linking local landmarks.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Haywards Heath to Hassocks 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 Hassocks, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Haywards Heath to Hassocks trains use the Haywards Heath to Hassocks station pair. Use this guide to compare Haywards Heath and Hassocks train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Haywards Heath.
Wi-Fi is available at Haywards Heath. ATMs are available at Haywards Heath.
Ticket office support is available at Haywards Heath.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haywards Heath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Haywards Heath: Bike Parking.
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.
Hassocks is 1 km from Hassocks city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Hassocks has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hassocks.
Wi-Fi is available at Hassocks. ATMs are available at Hassocks.
Ticket office support is available at Hassocks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hassocks: Parking, WC.
Available at Hassocks: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hassocks: 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.
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