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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Falmer | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Brighton | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Brighton | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Brighton | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Brighton | Horley | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Brighton to Gatwick
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brighton to Gatwick by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Brighton to Gatwick?
The cheapest train tickets from Brighton to Gatwick start at PEN 44. The average price for this train route is around PEN 87. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Brighton to Gatwick?
The average train trip from Brighton to Gatwick takes 37m and covers 37 km. The quickest train gets you there in 28m and is operated by Gatwick Express.
Which train operators serve the Brighton to Gatwick route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 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 Gatwick?
The earliest train from Brighton to Gatwick departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 7:22pm.
What is the best train operator from Brighton to Gatwick?
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 Gatwick?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Brighton to Gatwick?
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 Gatwick?
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.
The cheapest trip from Brighton to Gatwick was searched and found on May 13, 2026 with a price of PEN 52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Brighton to Gatwick, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 52 to PEN 123 for a train ticket from Brighton to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 52 which is on 2026-05-13.
