Train from London to Brighton: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Brighton on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ThamesLinkTrain
London Bridge
BrightonCheapest
SouthernTrain
Clapham Junction
BrightonFastest
SouthernTrain
Clapham Junction
BrightonNo tags
ThamesLinkTrain
London Bridge
BrightonNo tags
SouthernTrain
Clapham Junction
BrightonNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Brighton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 20mAverage duration
48 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£5 - £46Average duration2h 50m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£12 - £68Average duration1h 21m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£9 - £11Average duration1h 20m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London 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 London to Brighton?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Brighton start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £37. 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 London to Brighton?

    The average train journey time from London to Brighton is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 48 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 53m and is operated by Southern.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 62 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Southern, Gatwick Express.

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

    The earliest train from London to Brighton departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:14.

  5. Which is the best train operator from London 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 London 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 London 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 London 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
04/12
£26
05/12
£26
Today
£20
07/12
£20
08/12
£22
09/12
£11
10/12
£12
11/12
£22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Brighton was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £11

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

You can expect to pay from £11 to £66 for a train ticket from London to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually ThamesLink will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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