Trains tickets from Gatwick to Brighton

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Tomorrow2 May
Sat3 May
from US$15
Sun4 May
Mon5 May
Tue6 May
Wed7 May
Thu8 May
Fri9 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Gatwick
    Departure location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
    Arrival time: 3 May at
    Destination city: Brighton
    Destination location: Brighton
    Operated by: ThamesLinkThamesLink
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Gatwick
    Departure location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
    Arrival time: 3 May at
    Destination city: Brighton
    Destination location: Brighton
    Operated by: Gatwick ExpressGatwick Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Gatwick
    Departure location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
    Arrival time: 3 May at
    Destination city: Brighton
    Destination location: Brighton
    Operated by: Gatwick ExpressGatwick Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Gatwick
    Departure location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
    Arrival time: 3 May at
    Destination city: Brighton
    Destination location: Brighton
    Operated by: ThamesLinkThamesLink
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Gatwick
    Departure location: Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
    Arrival time: 3 May at
    Destination city: Brighton
    Destination location: Falmer
    Operated by: SouthernSouthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gatwick to Brighton

Bus
Average priceUS$9 - US$17Average duration42m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$12 - US$38Average duration38m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$6 - US$6Average duration50m
2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Gatwick to Brighton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 42 minutes and with fares starting at just US$9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

248bus per day
42mAverage duration
US$9Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Gatwick to Brighton: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$22
Average train trip duration38m
Number of daily trains20
Earliest train departure07:01
Distance23 miles
Latest train departure16:32

Gatwick to Brighton Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Brighton from Gatwick, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Gatwick - Brighton

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Gatwick to Brighton cost?

    The average train ticket price from Gatwick to Brighton is US$22. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Gatwick to Brighton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Gatwick to Brighton?

    A train trip between Gatwick and Brighton is around 38m, although the fastest train will take about 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 24 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Gatwick and Brighton?

    The number of trains from Gatwick to Brighton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Gatwick to Brighton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
29/04
US$11
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US$17
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03/05
US$15
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05/05
US$15
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gatwick to Brighton was searched and found on 29 Apr 2025 with a price of US$11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to Brighton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$11 to US$36 for a train ticket from Gatwick to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15, which is on 2025-05-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Gatwick and Brighton is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Brighton.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Brighton, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Gatwick and Brighton, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Gatwick to Brighton.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Brighton to Gatwick

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