Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Brighton | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Falmer | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Falmer | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Brighton | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Falmer | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Brighton to Gatwick
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 37 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brighton to Gatwick by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Brighton to Gatwick?
The cheapest train tickets from Brighton to Gatwick start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Brighton to Gatwick?
The average train journey time from Brighton to Gatwick is 37m, covering a distance of 24 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 27m and is operated by Southern.
Which train operators serve the Brighton to Gatwick route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 23 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Southern, Gatwick Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Brighton to Gatwick?
The earliest train from Brighton to Gatwick departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 20:45.
Which is the best train operator from Brighton to Gatwick?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Brighton to Gatwick?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Brighton to Gatwick?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Brighton to Gatwick?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ThamesLink, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Brighton to Gatwick was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Brighton to Gatwick as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £9 to £27 for a train ticket from Brighton to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-14.
