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

The average train ticket price from London to Brighton is £40. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London 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 London to Brighton?

A train trip between London and Brighton is around 1h 22m, although the fastest train will take about 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 47 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between London and Brighton?

The number of trains from London to Brighton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 60. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Brighton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Brighton?

When taking the train from London to Brighton, you can travel comfortably and safely with ThamesLink, Southern, Gatwick Express.

Train London to Brighton from £12

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Brighton on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:54	Victoria Rail Station	1h 16m	17:10	Moulsecoomb	Cheapest
Train	15:29	Victoria Rail Station	58m	16:27	Brighton	Fastest
Train	07:12	Norwood Junction	1h 6m	08:18	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:29	Victoria Rail Station	1h 1m	08:30	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:24	Victoria Rail Station	1h 15m	08:39	Falmer	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:05	London Bridge	1h 8m	08:13	Brighton	Cheapest
Train	07:29	Victoria Rail Station	58m	08:27	Brighton	Fastest
Train	07:12	Norwood Junction	1h 6m	08:18	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:29	Victoria Rail Station	58m	08:27	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:24	Victoria Rail Station	1h 25m	08:49	Falmer	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:09	London Bridge	1h 9m	08:18	Brighton	Cheapest
Train	09:09	Clapham Junction	58m	10:07	Brighton	Fastest
Train	07:11	Clapham Junction	1h 22m	08:33	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:31	Norwood Junction	1h 20m	08:51	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:11	Clapham Junction	1h 22m	08:33	Brighton	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:24	Victoria Rail Station	1h 29m	16:53	Moulsecoomb	Cheapest
Train	15:29	Victoria Rail Station	58m	16:27	Brighton	Fastest
Train	07:12	Norwood Junction	1h 6m	08:18	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:29	Victoria Rail Station	1h 1m	08:30	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:24	Victoria Rail Station	1h 15m	08:39	Falmer	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:24	Victoria Rail Station	1h 25m	16:49	Falmer	Cheapest
Train	15:29	Victoria Rail Station	58m	16:27	Brighton	Fastest
Train	07:12	Norwood Junction	1h 6m	08:18	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:29	Victoria Rail Station	1h 1m	08:30	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:24	Victoria Rail Station	1h 15m	08:39	Falmer	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Norwood Junction	1h 6m	08:18	Brighton	CheapestFastest
Train	07:12	Norwood Junction	1h 6m	08:18	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:42	Norwood Junction	1h 6m	08:48	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:42	Norwood Junction	1h 6m	08:48	Brighton	No tags
Train	08:12	Norwood Junction	1h 6m	09:18	Brighton	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:24	Victoria Rail Station	1h 25m	16:49	Falmer	Cheapest
Train	15:29	Victoria Rail Station	58m	16:27	Brighton	Fastest
Train	07:12	Norwood Junction	1h 6m	08:18	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:29	Victoria Rail Station	1h 1m	08:30	Brighton	No tags
Train	07:24	Victoria Rail Station	1h 15m	08:39	Falmer	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:15 GMT.

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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, 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£5 - £40	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £70	Average duration1h 22m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £11	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, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Brighton by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Brighton cost?
The average train ticket price from London to Brighton is £40. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London 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 London to Brighton?
A train trip between London and Brighton is around 1h 22m, although the fastest train will take about 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 47 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between London and Brighton?
The number of trains from London to Brighton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 60. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Brighton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from London to Brighton?
When taking the train from London to Brighton, you can travel comfortably and safely with ThamesLink, Southern, Gatwick Express.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

19/11

£27

20/11

£41

Today

£22

22/11

£20

23/11

£20

24/11

£22

25/11

£22

26/11

£30

The cheapest trip from London to Brighton was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £20

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 £20 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 £20, which is on 2025-11-22.

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.