How much is the train ticket from Brighton to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Brighton to London start from R 208. The average price for this train route is around R 830. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Brighton to London?

The average train journey time from Brighton to London is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 68 km. The quickest train can get you there in 50m and is operated by ThamesLink .

Which train operators serve the Brighton to London route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 60 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink , Southern , Gatwick Express .

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

The earliest train from Brighton to London departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:51.

Which is the best train operator from Brighton to London?

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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Brighton to London?

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

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Brighton to London?

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.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Brighton to London?

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.

Train Brighton to London from R 199

Next train departures

Next departures from Brighton to London on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Falmer	1h 32m	16:38	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	15:14	Brighton	1h 1m	16:15	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	08:13	Brighton	1h 18m	09:31	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	07:09	Brighton	1h 34m	08:43	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags
Train	07:06	Brighton	1h 5m	08:11	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to London on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:14	Brighton	1h 1m	08:15	London Bridge	CheapestFastest
Train	07:28	Brighton	1h 42m	09:10	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags
Train	07:09	Brighton	1h 3m	08:12	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:06	Falmer	1h 30m	08:36	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:28	Brighton	1h 42m	09:10	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to London on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:26	Brighton	1h 22m	08:48	London Bridge	Cheapest
Train	15:36	Brighton	52m	16:28	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	08:40	Brighton	1h 18m	09:58	North Dulwich	No tags
Train	07:56	Brighton	1h 48m	09:44	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags
Train	08:40	Brighton	1h 18m	09:58	North Dulwich	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to London on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:14	Brighton	1h 1m	16:15	London Bridge	Cheapest
Train	15:14	Brighton	1h 1m	16:15	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	07:26	Brighton	1h 44m	09:10	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags
Train	08:13	Brighton	1h 18m	09:31	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	07:06	Brighton	1h 5m	08:11	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to London on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:33	Falmer	1h 35m	17:08	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	15:14	Brighton	1h 1m	16:15	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	07:26	Brighton	1h 44m	09:10	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags
Train	08:13	Brighton	1h 18m	09:31	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	07:06	Brighton	1h 5m	08:11	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to London on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:14	Brighton	1h 12m	16:26	Farringdon	Cheapest
Train	15:14	Brighton	1h 1m	16:15	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	07:09	Brighton	1h 34m	08:43	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags
Train	07:54	Moulsecoomb	1h 38m	09:32	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:09	Brighton	1h 34m	08:43	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to London on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:14	Brighton	1h 1m	16:15	London Bridge	CheapestFastest
Train	08:13	Brighton	1h 18m	09:31	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	07:09	Brighton	1h 34m	08:43	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags
Train	07:06	Brighton	1h 5m	08:11	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:13	Brighton	1h 18m	09:31	Wandsworth	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Brighton to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

77 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 117 - R 1 529	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 208 - R 3 120	Average duration1h 24m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 190 - R 239	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ThamesLink

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Southern

4/534 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Gatwick Express

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brighton to London by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Brighton to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Brighton to London start from R 208. The average price for this train route is around R 830. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Brighton to London?
The average train journey time from Brighton to London is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 68 km. The quickest train can get you there in 50m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the Brighton to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 60 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Southern, Gatwick Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Brighton to London?
The earliest train from Brighton to London departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:51.
Which is the best train operator from Brighton to London?
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Brighton to London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Brighton to London?
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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Brighton to London?
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

09/12

R 587

10/12

R 585

Today

R 625

12/12

R 252

13/12

R 449

14/12

R 451

15/12

R 584

16/12

R 199

The cheapest trip from Brighton to London was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 199

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

You can expect to pay from R 199 to R 2 983 for a train ticket from Brighton to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 199, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Southern 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.