London to Brighton by train
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Overview: trains from London to Brighton
Find the key information for travelling by train from London to Brighton, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
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 US$11.50. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, US$33. If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around US$13.
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.
FAQs about the train journey from London to Brighton
Want to know more about your journey from London to Brighton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey between London and Brighton spans 77 kilometres.
The minimum fare on this route is US$11.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around US$33. If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately US$13.
You can start booking tickets for this route 6 months in advance.
The fastest journey time is 52 minutes.
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