Hurstpierpoint College visitor guide: entrances, stations, airports and local travel
A detailed planning guide for parents, prospective families, pupils, sports visitors and international arrivals travelling to Hurst College in West Sussex.
First question: College Lane or Chalker’s Lane?
The College’s official contact information lists different addresses for different parts of the school. Both use postcode BN6 9JS, so the postcode alone may not identify the entrance or reception you need.
Hurstpierpoint
West Sussex
BN6 9JS
Official phone: 01273 833636
Hurstpierpoint
West Sussex
BN6 9JS
Official phone: 01273 834975
Use the entrance and meeting point stated on your invitation. An open morning, sports fixture, performance or boarding-house collection may use instructions that are more specific than the postal address.
Official links to save before travelling
The College’s published transport page says its 2026/27 minibus routes cover areas across Sussex, Surrey and Kent. It also describes a weekday connection for London families via Haywards Heath station. School transport is separate from a privately booked taxi and must be arranged with the College.
Which railway station is best?
There is no railway station named Hurstpierpoint. The best station depends on the train route, time, luggage and onward plan.
| Station | When it may be useful | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Hassocks | Common nearby station for local onward travel to Hurstpierpoint. | Train time, taxi availability and the precise College entrance. |
| Burgess Hill | Another nearby Mid Sussex connection that may suit a particular service or address. | Do not assume it is always quicker than Hassocks. |
| Haywards Heath | Useful for a wider choice of rail services and the College’s published London-family transport connection. | The official school service requires its own booking and timetable. |
| Brighton | Useful for visitors combining the College trip with a Brighton hotel or city visit. | It is farther from the College than the nearest Mid Sussex stations. |
Check the exact date on National Rail, including engineering work. If arranging a station taxi, share the train’s scheduled arrival, origin station, passenger name, luggage and mobile number.
Driving, open mornings and busy event arrivals
The College’s official visitor material provides approach guidance from the north and south. Follow the invitation and event signage on the day rather than relying on an old route saved to a phone. School traffic, temporary access instructions and event parking can change.
Never stop where it blocks a gate, bus route, emergency access or residential driveway. Follow staff directions and safeguarding controls on site.
Airport transfers for families and pupils
Gatwick Airport
Gatwick is the closer major airport for many Hurstpierpoint journeys. Direct rail travel may be possible via a nearby station, while a pre-booked taxi can be simpler with several cases, a young traveller, a late arrival or a fixed College appointment.
Heathrow Airport
Heathrow is a longer road journey and uses Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5. Supply the flight number and terminal. For a departure, work backwards from the airline’s airport-arrival requirement and add a road contingency.
Arrival meet and greet
For an arriving passenger, provide the scheduled landing time, flight number, terminal, passenger name, mobile number and full luggage count. Flight monitoring follows the reported flight status, but border control and baggage reclaim do not have guaranteed durations.
| Journey | Information needed |
|---|---|
| Airport to College | Flight number, date, terminal, passenger contact, bags and correct College entrance. |
| College to airport | Flight departure, airline arrival target, terminal, pickup location, passengers and bags. |
| Airport to local hotel | Hotel’s full name, address and postcode, not only “Hurstpierpoint”. |
| Unaccompanied or young passenger | Age, guardian contacts and a transport plan accepted in advance by every responsible party. |
Student travel, safeguarding and term dates
Student travel needs more than a pickup address. The person making the booking should provide accurate passenger and guardian contacts, and ensure the collection and handover arrangements comply with the College’s rules. A taxi company cannot replace school authorisation or airline services for unaccompanied minors.
- Book early for the start and end of term, exeat weekends and major school events.
- State the pupil’s age and never conceal that a passenger is a minor.
- Agree who will meet the pupil at both ends.
- Provide all luggage, sports equipment and instrument dimensions.
- Keep the lead guardian reachable throughout the journey.
- Notify the operator immediately if a school or flight time changes.
Always use the College’s official term-date page. Do not plan a flight from a date copied from an old search result.
Staying locally and connecting with Brighton
Visitors may stay in Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath or Brighton. The best choice depends on the purpose of the trip. A village stay may reduce the school journey, while Brighton offers more accommodation but requires a separate transfer.
When booking transport, give the property’s full address. Hotels and guest houses can have similar names, and a rural postcode may cover more than one entrance. If the itinerary includes dinner, a College event and an early airport departure, arrange each leg rather than expecting one booking to cover the whole visit.
Need a pre-booked Hurstpierpoint journey?
Send the correct College entrance or local address, date, passenger contact, luggage and flight or train details. We will confirm availability and the agreed journey.
Hurstpierpoint taxisCall 01273 011219Frequently asked questions
What is the postcode for Hurstpierpoint College?
The College lists BN6 9JS, but visitors must also distinguish College Lane for Senior School and Sixth Form from Chalker’s Lane for Junior and Senior Prep.
What is the nearest station to Hurstpierpoint College?
Hassocks is a common nearby choice, but Burgess Hill or Haywards Heath may suit a particular rail service or official transport plan. Check the complete journey.
Does Hurst College operate its own buses?
Yes. Its official transport page lists minibus routes for 2026/27 and contact details. Those services are booked through the College and are separate from private taxi bookings.
Can a taxi collect directly from the campus?
Only from a point permitted by the College and lawful on the day. Confirm the precise location and follow staff instructions.
Can I book a Gatwick transfer for a Hurst pupil?
Subject to availability and an agreed plan. State the passenger’s age, guardians, flight, terminal, luggage and handover arrangements before confirmation.
Is Sussex Airports Taxis connected with Hurstpierpoint College?
No. This is an independent local travel guide. Official school information and transport services are provided by Hurstpierpoint College.
Last reviewed 1 September 2026. School arrangements, term dates, entrances, transport routes and events can change. Confirm all official details directly with Hurstpierpoint College.