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Today1 May
Tomorrow2 May
from US$9
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 2 May at
    Departure city: Hickstead
    Departure location: Hassocks
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Brighton
    Destination location: Brighton
    Operated by: ThamesLinkThamesLink
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 May at
    Departure city: Hickstead
    Departure location: Burgess Hill
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Brighton
    Destination location: Brighton
    Operated by: ThamesLinkThamesLink
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 May at
    Departure city: Hickstead
    Departure location: Burgess Hill
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Brighton
    Destination location: Brighton
    Operated by: SouthernSouthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 May at
    Departure city: Hickstead
    Departure location: Burgess Hill
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Brighton
    Destination location: Brighton
    Operated by: ThamesLinkThamesLink
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 May at
    Departure city: Hickstead
    Departure location: Burgess Hill
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Brighton
    Destination location: Brighton
    Operated by: SouthernSouthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Hickstead to Brighton

Bus
Average priceUS$5 - US$8Average duration17m
0kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$9 - US$18Average duration12m
0kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Hickstead to Brighton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 17 minutes and with fares starting at just US$5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

121bus per day
17mAverage duration
US$5Cheapest ticket
0kgCO₂ emissions

Train Hickstead to Brighton: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$12
Average train trip duration12m
Number of daily trains21
Earliest train departure06:58
Distance9 miles
Latest train departure16:32

Hickstead to Brighton Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Hickstead - Brighton

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

    The average train ticket price from Hickstead to Brighton is US$12. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Hickstead 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 Hickstead to Brighton?

    A train trip between Hickstead and Brighton is around 12m, although the fastest train will take about 9m. This is the time it takes to travel the 10 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Hickstead to Brighton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 21. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Hickstead 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.

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US$9
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US$9
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US$9
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US$9
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hickstead to Brighton was searched and found on 30 Apr 2025 with a price of US$9

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

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$17 for a train ticket from Hickstead to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-05-04.

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 Hickstead and Brighton is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Brighton.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Brighton you take, 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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Hickstead and Brighton, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Will you be returning to Hickstead by train?

Train from Brighton to Hickstead

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