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Journey information from London to Brighton

  • Train Fares from: £5
  • Fastest route:
  • Slowest route:
  • Average journey time:
  • Changes: Direct

London to Brighton train times information

Trains from London to Brighton leave from London Bridge, London Victoria or London Blackfriars with several departures an hour. Direct services usually take just over an hour or 52m on the faster trains. If you’re travelling on an indirect service, these typically change at Hove, Haywards Heath or Three Bridges and take around 1h 15m – depending on which route you take.

Many of the trains between London and Brighton are run by Southern Rail as well as Thameslink and the Gatwick Express. All three train companies offer free WiFi on most of their trains – just look out for the blue WiFi sign on the door of your carriage. Passengers are welcome to bring their bicycles with them on the trains unless it’s during rush hour. However, folded cycles are allowed at any time as long as they fit in the luggage compartment.

*Information correct at time of writing (August 2019). May be subject to change.

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  • How long does it take to travel from London to Brighton by train?

    The average journey time between London and Brighton is . On an average weekday, there are 437 trains travelling from London to Brighton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • What is the fastest journey from London to Brighton by train?

    The fastest journey time by train is .

  • How much does the train from London to Brighton cost?

    Train tickets from London to Brighton can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.

  • Are there direct trains from London to Brighton?

    Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Brighton without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from London to Brighton.

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  • What is the distance between London and Brighton?

    The distance between London and Brighton is 47 miles.

    Distance: 47 miles

  • What time is the first train from London to Brighton?

    The first train from London to Brighton departs at .

    What time is the last train from London to Brighton?

    The last train from London to Brighton departs at .

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    No sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

  • If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.

    Our guide to ticket types:
    *Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.

London to Brighton timetable

Check out the next trains departing from London to Brighton for Monday 1st Mar 2021. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
07:2908:2758m, direct
07:2908:411h 12m, direct
07:3908:471h 8m, direct
07:5908:5758m, direct
07:5909:131h 14m, direct
08:0909:171h 8m, direct
08:2909:291h 0m, direct
08:2909:431h 14m, direct
08:3909:471h 8m, direct
08:5909:591h 0m, direct

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Brighton to London.

Looking for other travel options? We also sell National Express coach tickets across the UK. Check out times and tickets for London to Brighton by bus.

How to find cheap train tickets from London to Brighton

Did you know that most train companies in the UK increase their prices as the departure date approaches? Our aim is to help you save – we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets, and even tell you when the prices are likely to increase with Price Prediction

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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 London to Brighton is right for you.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide. Save even more on UK train tickets with SplitSave, our latest app feature. Find out more about split tickets.

**Average savings on Advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.
‡Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

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