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Haywards Heath to Windermere by train

First train

18:49

Last train

20:49

Departure station

Haywards Heath

Arrival station

Windermere

Journey time

From 11h 17m

Distance

261 miles (420 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Travelling from Haywards Heath to Windermere by train

Looking to travel from Haywards Heath to Windermere by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 14 hours 50 minutes to travel from Haywards Heath to Windermere by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 11 hours 17 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 261 miles (420 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 4 changes during the journey to Windermere, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or TransPennine Express to get to Windermere. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Haywards Heath to Windermere in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Haywards Heath to Windermere? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Haywards Heath to Windermere take?

The average journey time by train between Haywards Heath and Windermere is 14 hours and 50 minutes, with around 3 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Haywards Heath and Windermere by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Haywards Heath to Windermere is 11 hours and 17 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Haywards Heath to Windermere?

No, there are no direct train services from Haywards Heath to Windermere. Travelling from Haywards Heath to Windermere by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Haywards Heath to Windermere leave?

The first train from Haywards Heath to Windermere leaves at 18:49. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Haywards Heath to Windermere leave?

The last train from Haywards Heath to Windermere leaves at 20:49. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Haywards Heath and Windermere by train?

Trains travelling from Haywards Heath to Windermere cover a distance of around 261 miles (420 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Windermere to Haywards Heath.

Cheap train tickets from Haywards Heath to Windermere

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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