It takes an average of 1h 20m to travel from City Thameslink to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 47 miles (76 km). There are normally 68 trains per day travelling from City Thameslink to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from £22.60 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:58 | |
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Last train | 21:56 | |
Departure station | City Thameslink | |
Arrival station | Brighton | |
Journey time | From 1h 12m | |
Distance | 47 miles (76 km) | |
Frequency | 68 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £22.60 | |
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Planning a sunny day out and looking to travel from City Thameslink to Brighton by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from City Thameslink to Brighton usually takes around 1h 19m but can take just 1h 13m on the fastest Thameslink services, with around 69 trains running on this popular route per day. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct services are available on this route.
Whether you’re heading for a day out at Brighton beach or shopping in The Lanes, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to book trains to Brighton and search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you travel Off-Peak or use a Railcard.
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The average journey time by train between City Thameslink and Brighton is 1 hour and 20 minutes, with around 68 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.
The fastest journey time by train from City Thameslink to Brighton is 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Train ticket prices from City Thameslink to Brighton can start from as little as £22.60 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from City Thameslink to Brighton without having to change trains. There are 68 direct trains from City Thameslink to Brighton each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from City Thameslink to Brighton leaves at 03:58. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from City Thameslink to Brighton leaves at 21:56. 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.
Trains travelling from City Thameslink to Brighton cover a distance of around 47 miles (76 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Brighton to City Thameslink. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from City Thameslink to Brighton.
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If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for City Thameslink to Brighton is right for you.
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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