How much is the train ticket from Brighton to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Brighton to London start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Brighton to London?

The average train ride duration from Brighton to London is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 42 miles (68 km). The quickest train can get you there in 50m and is operated by ThamesLink .

Which train operators service the Brighton to London route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Brighton to London?

The earliest train departs from Brighton to London at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:51pm.

What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Brighton to London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $12

Next train departures

Next departures for Brighton to London on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:06pm	Falmer	1h 32m	4:38pm	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	3:14pm	Brighton	1h 1m	4:15pm	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 18m	9:31am	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	7:09am	Brighton	1h 34m	8:43am	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags
Train	7:06am	Brighton	1h 5m	8:11am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:14am	Brighton	1h 1m	8:15am	London Bridge	CheapestFastest
Train	7:28am	Brighton	1h 42m	9:10am	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags
Train	7:09am	Brighton	1h 3m	8:12am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:06am	Falmer	1h 30m	8:36am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:28am	Brighton	1h 42m	9:10am	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:26am	Brighton	1h 22m	8:48am	London Bridge	Cheapest
Train	3:36pm	Brighton	52m	4:28pm	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	8:40am	Brighton	1h 18m	9:58am	North Dulwich	No tags
Train	7:56am	Brighton	1h 48m	9:44am	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags
Train	8:40am	Brighton	1h 18m	9:58am	North Dulwich	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:14pm	Brighton	1h 1m	4:15pm	London Bridge	Cheapest
Train	3:14pm	Brighton	1h 1m	4:15pm	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	7:26am	Brighton	1h 44m	9:10am	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 18m	9:31am	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	7:06am	Brighton	1h 5m	8:11am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:33pm	Falmer	1h 35m	5:08pm	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	3:14pm	Brighton	1h 1m	4:15pm	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	7:26am	Brighton	1h 44m	9:10am	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 18m	9:31am	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	7:06am	Brighton	1h 5m	8:11am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:14pm	Brighton	1h 12m	4:26pm	Farringdon	Cheapest
Train	3:14pm	Brighton	1h 1m	4:15pm	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Brighton	1h 34m	8:43am	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags
Train	7:54am	Moulsecoomb	1h 38m	9:32am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:09am	Brighton	1h 34m	8:43am	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:14pm	Brighton	1h 1m	4:15pm	London Bridge	CheapestFastest
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 18m	9:31am	Wandsworth	No tags
Train	7:09am	Brighton	1h 34m	8:43am	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags
Train	7:06am	Brighton	1h 5m	8:11am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 18m	9:31am	Wandsworth	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Brighton to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

48 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $89	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $181	Average Duration1h 24m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $14	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

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Brighton to London 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 London?
The cheapest train tickets from Brighton to London start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Brighton to London?
The average train ride duration from Brighton to London is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 42 miles (68 km). The quickest train can get you there in 50m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators service the Brighton to London route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 60 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Southern, Gatwick Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Brighton to London?
The earliest train departs from Brighton to London at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:51pm.
What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Brighton to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

12/09

$34

12/10

$34

Today

$37

12/12

$15

12/13

$26

12/14

$27

12/15

$34

12/16

$12

The cheapest trip from Brighton to London was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $12

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 $12 to $173 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 $12 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.