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

The average train ticket price from Brighton to London is $51. The best way to find train tickets from Brighton to London 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 Brighton to London?

A train trip between Brighton and London is around 1h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 47 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Brighton and London?

The number of trains from Brighton to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 54. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Brighton to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Brighton to London?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Once in London, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Madame Tussauds London, Kew Gardens, London Mithraeum, The British Museum, St Paul's Cathedral.

Train Brighton to London from $12

Next train departures

Next departures for Brighton to London on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:06pm	Falmer	1h 30m	5:36pm	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	4:14pm	Brighton	1h 1m	5:15pm	London Bridge	Fastest
Train	4:14pm	Brighton	1h 29m	5:43pm	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags
Train	4:09pm	Brighton	1h 2m	5:11pm	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	4:06pm	Falmer	1h 30m	5:36pm	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on November 19
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	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
Train	7:26am	Brighton	1h 44m	9:10am	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on November 20
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	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 November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 29m	9:42am	Streatham	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 29m	9:42am	Streatham	Fastest
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 29m	9:42am	Streatham	No tags
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 29m	9:42am	Streatham	No tags
Train	8:43am	Brighton	1h 29m	10:12am	Streatham	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on November 22
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	7:28am	Brighton	1h 42m	9:10am	Woolwich Arsenal	No tags
Train	7:09am	Brighton	1h 3m	8:12am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:26am	Brighton	1h 16m	8:42am	London Bridge	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Brighton	1h 1m	9:41am	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	8:40am	Brighton	1h 26m	10:06am	North Dulwich	No tags
Train	7:56am	Brighton	1h 47m	9:43am	West Hampstead Thameslink	No tags
Train	8:40am	Brighton	1h 26m	10:06am	North Dulwich	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to London on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:14pm	Brighton	1h 16m	4:30pm	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 9m	9:22am	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Brighton	1h 21m	8:30am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	8:13am	Brighton	1h 9m	9:22am	Clapham Junction	No tags
Train	7:09am	Brighton	1h 21m	8:30am	St Pancras International	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:06 AM GMT.

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 $8, 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$6 - $89	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $180	Average Duration1h 24m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $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

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Brighton to London by train

How much does a train ticket from Brighton to London cost?
How long is the train trip from Brighton to London?
How many daily trains are there between Brighton and London?
Which train companies travel from Brighton to London?
What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/16

$29

11/17

$34

Today

$15

11/19

$34

11/20

$34

11/21

$46

11/22

$26

11/23

$26

The cheapest trip from Brighton to London was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $15

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 $15 to $170 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 $26 which is on 2025-11-23.

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.