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Outbound fromBrighton 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 travelling from Brighton to London and tickets for this journey start from £7 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Brighton to London
Looking to travel from Brighton to London by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Brighton to London usually takes around 1h 30m but can take just 1h on the fastest services, with around 433 trains running on this popular route every day. Good news! Direct trains are available on this route, so you can just make yourself comfortable as soon as you board the train.
You’ll be travelling with either Thameslink, Southern or Gatwick Express on this route, depending on the station you want to get to. While Gatwick Express and Southern only stop at London Victoria station, Thameslink trains also stop at London Blackfriars, London Bridge and London St Pancras International stations.
Train tickets from Brighton to London
To search for cheap train tickets from Brighton to London, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you travel Off-Peak or get a Railcard.
Keen to book your train tickets to London from Brighton? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to learn a bit more about the journey first, check out our train timetable, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs including first and last train times.
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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.