Guildford to Brighton by train

Travelling from Guildford to Brighton by train

Considering a train trip from Guildford to Brighton? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train travel from Guildford to Brighton

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Guildford to Brighton:

• Cheapest ticket: CA$58.50

• Pricing when booking a month in advance:

• Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train timetable for travel between Guildford and Brighton

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Guildford to Brighton by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

• First daily departure (weekday): 05:10

• Last daily departure (weekday): 21:39

• First daily departure (weekend): 00:21

• Last daily departure (weekend): 23:39

• Average number of daily trains: 57 trains

• Frequency of train departures: every 18 minutes

Travel time and distance between Guildford and Brighton

The route’s fastest journey takes 1 hour and 14 minutes, covering a total of 55 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Guildford and Brighton?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Guildford and Brighton 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your Guildford to Brighton travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Brighton.