Train from Gatwick to Brighton: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Gatwick to Brighton on 20 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ThamesLinkTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
BrightonCheapest
Gatwick ExpressTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
BrightonFastest
Gatwick ExpressTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
BrightonNo tags
ThamesLinkTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
BrightonNo tags
SouthernTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
FalmerNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gatwick to Brighton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

241bus per day
45mAverage duration
23 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceSEK 68 - SEK 168Average duration45m
1kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceSEK 115 - SEK 344Average duration38m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Brighton by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Brighton start from SEK 115. The average price for this train route is around SEK 195. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Gatwick to Brighton is 38m, covering a distance of 23 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 26m and is operated by Gatwick Express.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Brighton route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Southern, Gatwick Express.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Brighton?

    The earliest train from Gatwick to Brighton departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 23:40.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Gatwick to Brighton?

    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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gatwick to Brighton?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Gatwick to Brighton?

    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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gatwick to Brighton?

    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.

Best price found
17/04
SEK 159
18/04
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Today
SEK 140
20/04
SEK 158
21/04
SEK 158
22/04
SEK 158
23/04
SEK 158
24/04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gatwick to Brighton was searched and found on 19 Apr 2026 with a price of SEK 140

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 SEK 140 to SEK 327 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 SEK 158, which is on 2026-04-20.

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