Travelling by train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton

Ready to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Stansted Mountfitchet and Brighton

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: £47.70

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

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Train times for travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Brighton

If you are taking the train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton, you will have 14 trains each day (with a departure every 1 hour and 18 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:22. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:21. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:20, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 18:21.

Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 122 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 2 hours and 16 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Brighton

Tickets for travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Brighton can be booked 2 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Maximising your travels to Brighton

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Brighton.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton by train?

The train journey between Stansted Mountfitchet and Brighton spans 122 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £47.70. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton?

Tickets for this journey become available 2 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

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

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 16 minutes.