Is there a direct train from London to Brighton?

The journey between London and Brighton usually involves 2 changes of train.ZeroZero

How long does it take to travel from London to Brighton?

The London to Brighton train travel takes about 52 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the London to Brighton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Brighton leaving London at around 00:52 and the last train leaving at around 23:52.This is the same at the weekend.

London to Brighton by train

Cheapest Price £8.58
30 days in advance £8.58
7 days in advance £25.37

First train

00:52
Last train

23:52

Avg changes

0
Fastest journey

52m

Distance

77 kilometres
Trains per day

127

Avg. journey time

1hr 14m
Train operators

Prices updated on May 13, 2026

From London to Brighton by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from London to Brighton by train. With 127 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train tickets between London and Brighton

The cheapest train tickets from London to Brighton start at £8.58. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, £8. If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around £25.

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from London to Brighton is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 6 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train times for travel from London to Brighton

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 00:52 and the last departure is 23:52. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:52 and the last train leaves at 23:52. On average, a total of 127 trains make this journey each day.

Train travel time and distance from London to Brighton

Trains can complete this route in as little as 52 minutes. The total distance travelled is 77 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between London and Brighton?

You can start planning and booking your trip between London and Brighton 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn even more about travelling from London to Brighton by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Brighton.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from London to Brighton by train?

The train journey between London and Brighton spans 77 kilometres.

How much does the train from London to Brighton cost?

The minimum fare on this route is £8.58. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around £8. If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately £25.

How far in advance can I book my London to Brighton train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 6 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from London to Brighton by train?

The fastest journey time is 52 minutes.

Brighton to London by train

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Gatwick Express or Southern

It’s so easy to take the train from London to Brighton that it’s no surprise that Londoners think nothing of just going to Brighton for the afternoon.

This short journey takes in an exceptional stretch of countryside. The finest part of the journey is just beyond Gatwick Airport where the train cuts through the wooded hills of the Weald and crosses the Ouse Valley on a striking brick viaduct.