How much does a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Brighton cost?

The average train ticket price from Southampton to Brighton is £38. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Southampton 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!

How long is the train trip from Southampton to Brighton?

A train trip between Southampton and Brighton is around 1h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 56 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Southampton and Brighton?

The number of trains from Southampton to Brighton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Southampton to Brighton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Southampton to Brighton?

When taking the train from Southampton to Brighton, you can travel comfortably and safely with Southern.

Train Southampton to Brighton from £24

Next train departures

Next departures from Southampton to Brighton on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:20	Southampton Central	1h 45m	11:05	Brighton	Cheapest
Train	07:50	Southampton Central	1h 45m	09:35	Brighton	Fastest
Train	07:19	Southampton Central	1h 46m	09:05	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:19	Southampton Central	1h 46m	09:05	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:50	Southampton Central	1h 45m	09:35	Brighton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 14:50 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Southampton to Brighton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 45mAverage duration

56 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£26 - £53	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £40	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Southern

4/534 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 34 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Southern ticket prices on this trip start at £25

Southern Southampton Brighton recent customer reviews

I paid £40 for a direct train from southampton to brighton got off cruise ship with my son with luggage and bags only tp be told when we sat down that it was terminating at barnam and we had to get another train. We waited 40 mins and could not get a seat stood with our luggage in a dangerously overcrowded carriage felt hot and claustraphobic me and my son were squashed with people getting on at every station

Paula M.

28 August 2022

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton to Brighton by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Brighton cost?
The average train ticket price from Southampton to Brighton is £38. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Southampton 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!
How long is the train trip from Southampton to Brighton?
A train trip between Southampton and Brighton is around 1h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 56 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Southampton and Brighton?
The number of trains from Southampton to Brighton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Southampton to Brighton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Southampton to Brighton?
When taking the train from Southampton to Brighton, you can travel comfortably and safely with Southern.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

16/11

£24

17/11

£24

Today

£24

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21/11

£24

22/11

£24

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The cheapest trip from Southampton to Brighton was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £24

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

You can expect to pay from £24 to £37 for a train ticket from Southampton to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2025-11-22.

What's the cheapest way to go from Southampton to Brighton?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h	Avg price£40	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 45m	Avg price£38	Daily departures9

The best way to travel between Southampton and Brighton is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £38 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £25. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Brighton, choose the train, as it will take you from Southampton to Brighton in about 1h 45m – that's the fastest way to get there!