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Brighton to London by train
It takes an average of 1h 21m to travel from Brighton to London by train, over a distance of around 47 miles (75 km). There are normally 397 trains per day traveling from Brighton to London and tickets for this journey start from $9.31 when you book in advance.
| First train | 3:12 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:37 am | |
| Departure station | Brighton | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 1h 0m | |
| Distance | 47 miles (75 km) | |
| Frequency | 397 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $9.31 | |
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Travel from Brighton to London by train in 1 hour
Planning a trip to the capital and looking for more information on how take the train from Brighton to London? You’ve come to the right place!
Generally, the train journey from Brighton to London takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes but can be as quick as 1 hour on the fastest services. As there are around 372 direct services on this popular route each day, you don’t need to worry about making changes along the way.
If you’re traveling on this route, you’ll jump on a train at Brighton station operated by either Southern, Thameslink or the Gatwick Express. Once you’ve found your seat, you can start to enjoy the onboard amenities, such as comfortable seating and free WiFi on most services. If you’re traveling with Southern, your train will arrive at London Victoria station. However, if you’re traveling with Thameslink or the Gatwick Express, you’ll arrive promptly at London Bridge station.
Whichever station you arrive at, you’re just a short walk, bus or Tube from the city’s most famous landmarks. Not sure where to begin? Check out our guide to the 14 best things to do in London, including the Tate Modern and Buckingham Palace. Also, this route lets you discover the filming locations for the Bill Nighy movie Living, taking you from locations on England's south coast to London, as well as the London locations featured in season 4 of the TV series You.
Looking to save money on your train tickets, try traveling during Off-Peak times, as tickets tend to be cheaper outside of morning/evening rush hours on weekdays. If you’d like to save even more, keep your eyes peeled out for Advance tickets – they are usually released 12 weeks prior to the departure date and are generally cheaper than buying on the day of travel.
Eager to begin? Start a search for cheap train tickets from Brighton to London in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you’d like more information about the journey first, keep reading for train timetables, FAQs and tips on finding cheap fares.
FAQs about the train journey from Brighton to London
Want to know more about your journey from Brighton to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Brighton to London
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
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 Brighton to London is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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