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Cheap train tickets from London to Brighton
Showing times and prices for 29 May
Cheapest
£34
Average
£34
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Cheapest
08:511h22
London Bridge (LBG)10:13Brighton station (BTN)
£341One-way
1 change
Cheapest
08:351h08
London Bridge (LBG)09:43Brighton station (BTN)
£341One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
08:151h03
London Bridge (LBG)09:18Brighton station (BTN)
£341One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
08:051h08
London Bridge (LBG)09:13Brighton station (BTN)
£341One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
08:451h03
London Bridge (LBG)09:48Brighton station (BTN)
£341One-way
0 changes
Train timetableLondon to Brighton
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, 29 May
Thameslink
08:051h08
London Bridge (LBG)09:13Brighton station (BTN)
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Thameslink
08:151h03
London Bridge (LBG)09:18Brighton station (BTN)
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Gatwick Express
08:290h58
London Victoria (VIC)09:27Brighton station (BTN)
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Thameslink
08:351h08
London Bridge (LBG)09:43Brighton station (BTN)
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Thameslink
08:451h03
London Bridge (LBG)09:48Brighton station (BTN)
0 changes
Thameslink
08:511h22
London Bridge (LBG)10:13Brighton station (BTN)
1 change
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Train times from London to Brighton
Showing times and prices for 29 May
Fastest Journey
58 m
Average
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
76 km
Of the 6 trains that leave London for Brighton every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Fastest
08:290h58
London Victoria (VIC)09:27Brighton station (BTN)
£401One-way
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08:151h03
London Bridge (LBG)09:18Brighton station (BTN)
£341One-way
0 changes
08:451h03
London Bridge (LBG)09:48Brighton station (BTN)
£341One-way
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08:351h08
London Bridge (LBG)09:43Brighton station (BTN)
£341One-way
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08:051h08
London Bridge (LBG)09:13Brighton station (BTN)
£341One-way
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Overview: Train from London to Brighton
 Distance | 47 miles |
|---|---|
 Average train duration | 1 h 3 min |
 Average train ticket price | £23 (€26) |
 Train frequency | 51 a day |
 Direct train | Yes, there are 37 direct trains a day |
 Train providers | Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express or Bus |
Trains from London to Brighton cover the 47 miles long route taking on average 1 h 3 min with our travel partners like Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express or Bus. Normally, there are 51 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £11, but the average price of train tickets is £23. Travellers depart most frequently from London Waterloo and arrive in Brighton.
Train providers: Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express trains London to Brighton
Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express trains will get you from London to Brighton from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Thameslink from London to Brighton train information:
- Average Duration: 1 h 2 min
- Cheapest Price: £16
- Thameslink frequency: 25 a day
FAQs: London to Brighton train
FAQs: Travel by train from London to Brighton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Brighton.
Cheap train tickets from London to Brighton can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Brighton is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London to Brighton train time is 1 h 3 min covering the 47 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London to Brighton leaves at 07: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from London to Brighton leaves at 23: 37.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Brighton without having to change trains with Thameslink, Southern or Gatwick Express. There are 37 direct trains from London to Brighton each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from London to Brighton, you can count on Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express or Bus for the best way to get you to Brighton. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from London to Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 37.
When departing from London, you have various train station options to start your journey from including London Waterloo, London Euston and London Paddington. When arriving in Brighton, you can end your trip in train stations like Brighton and London Road (Brighton).
Passengers board the train most frequently from London Waterloo, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Brighton, located 0.4 miles (585 m) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Brighton from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London to Brighton by train is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Brighton including taking a train or coach.
Important Stations and Airports in London and Brighton
London
Brighton
London Waterloo is the most popular London railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in London for your journey to Brighton.
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Public transport options for London Waterloo
Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl. Gov. Uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
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LockersShoppingATM
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Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 00: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 00 - 00: 00Public transport options for London Euston
Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
Amenities at station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityTicket Office Hours
24/7Public transport options for London Paddington
Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.
Amenities at station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityTicket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 45 - 22: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 21: 00 | Sun: 08: 00 - 22: 15Public transport options for London St Pancras International
Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139
Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139
Amenities at station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityPublic transport options for London Victoria
Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
Amenities at station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityPublic transport options for London Liverpool Street
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
Amenities at station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityTicket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 00 - 01: 36 | Sat: 05: 00 - 00: 36 | Sun: 05: 30 - 01: 36Public transport options for London Kings Cross
Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A
Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A
Amenities at station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityPublic transport options for London Bridge
Onward travel information: The Bus Station is located directly outside the main entrance at upper level. There are also bus stops outside on Tooley Street. For further information on buses, a bus information kiosk is also located outside the main doors of the station at upper level.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London
Amenities at station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityPublic transport options for London Marylebone
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At station entrance.
Metro: Bakerloo Line.
Metro: Bakerloo Line.
Amenities at station
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityAmenities at station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityPublic transport options for London Fenchurch Street
Onward travel information: Rail replacement buses will stop outside HSBC on Fenchurch Street. Aldgate Bus Station. Details of the buses serving Fenchurch Street and Aldgate area, and the Bus Stops they are using is available here
Metro: London Underground (Circle Line and District Line) at Tower Hill - 200m from the Tower Hill exit London Underground (Metropolitan Line, Circle Line) at Aldgate - 300m from Fenchurch Place exit. Docklands Light Railway at Tower Gateway - 300m from the Tower Hill exit.
Metro: London Underground (Circle Line and District Line) at Tower Hill - 200m from the Tower Hill exit London Underground (Metropolitan Line, Circle Line) at Aldgate - 300m from Fenchurch Place exit. Docklands Light Railway at Tower Gateway - 300m from the Tower Hill exit.
Amenities at station
ShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityPublic transport options for London Charing Cross
Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.
London Cannon Street
Amenities at station
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