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Historic house museum presenting Bloomsbury Group interiors, art, and garden design in a deeply influential creative setting.
Take a train from Staines-upon-Thames to Burgess Hill and enjoy the approximately 36 miles (59 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 19:29.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Trains per day 5 |
First train 5:09 AM |
Last train 7:29 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Historic house museum presenting Bloomsbury Group interiors, art, and garden design in a deeply influential creative setting.
Volunteer-run local museum covering the town’s growth, industries, and everyday life through photographs, objects, and community stories.
Regional museum with archaeology, natural history, and decorative arts collections, offering a broader Sussex context near Burgess Hill.
Major town park with open lawns, play areas, and event space, making it one of Burgess Hill’s most useful green escapes.
Popular family park with a boating lake, miniature railway, and broad recreation facilities in a spacious suburban setting.
Woodland and meadow reserve with accessible paths, wildlife interest, and a calm atmosphere valued by local walkers.
A Sussex staple of fresh white fish in parsley sauce, once linked to the county’s fishing coast and a classic local supper.
A rich suet pudding filled with butter and brown sugar, traditionally steamed in a basin. Strongly associated with Sussex home cooking.
Hard cow’s milk cheese from Sussex, matured for a nutty, full flavour. A respected regional product often served on local cheese boards.
Well-known Indian restaurant offering classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable, established local venue.
Historic inn near Burgess Hill serving traditional British pub food, cask ales, and seasonal dishes in a characterful setting.
Popular Burgess Hill pub and restaurant known for British favourites, steaks, and a relaxed modern setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and rail trips can raise costs, while pubs, cafes, and chain dining are fairly standard for UK market towns.
Service is often included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are commonly rounded up. Cafe tipping is optional, usually small change.
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Burgess Hill Railway Station -> Burgess Hill Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Staines-upon-Thames 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.

Most Staines-upon-Thames to Burgess Hill trains use the Staines to Burgess Hill station pair. Use this guide to compare Staines-upon-Thames and Burgess Hill train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Staines has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Staines.
Wi-Fi is available at Staines. ATMs are available at Staines.
Ticket office support is available at Staines. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Staines: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Staines: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Staines: 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 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.
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.
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