Brighton to London Victoria Trains From £8.00*

The journey from Brighton to London Victoria with Gatwick Express takes approximately 1 hour. On your journey, you’ll head north from the south coast of England towards London, while passing through Gatwick Airport.

The Gatwick Express is an airport express train that connects London Victoria with Gatwick Airport, while also stopping at destinations like Brighton and Haywards Heath. It usually only takes thirty minutes to get from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport.

Departing from Brighton

Brighton Railway Station can be found at the intersection of Terminus Road and Trafalgar Street, just a few minutes walk from Brighton’s famous and much-visited seafront. It’s an easy station to reach, local public buses stop outside the station, and taxis can drop you off at the station’s main exit. It’s also not too far from Brighton’s London Road Station if you’re coming from around the surrounding area.

For generations, it has helpfully connected tourists from around the south east with their seaside holidays and continues to do so.

Brighton Train Station, the city's central station, is served by Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Gatwick Express, and Southern. These operators provide connections to key destinations such as London, Gatwick Airport, Bedford, and Portsmouth.

Main stops

There are only two trains from Brighton to London Victoria with the Gatwick Express. These are Haywards Heath and Gatwick Airport. Sometimes stations can change due to poor weather, scheduling alterations, or other unforeseen circumstances. So, it’s best to check before you travel, just in case.

If you want to buy a cheap train ticket, it’s best to book in advance. Use TrainPal to find and book the most affordable fares and add a Railcard to earn an additional discount.

Arriving at London Victoria

London Victoria is situated on Victoria Street, right in the heart of London, and serves as a key gateway to the city for visitors of all kinds. The station boasts many handy rail links, primarily serving Southern England, with main operators including Southern, Southeastern, and Gatwick Express. These services offer extensive connections to destinations such as Brighton, Gatwick Airport, and Kent, making it an excellent stop if you’re heading elsewhere.

Its links to public transport make it easy to get around the UK’s capital city. Victoria’s London Underground line runs on the Victoria, District, and Circle lines, and the station also boasts a bus station at its main exit. Taxis are also available from the front of the station and operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

London Victoria puts you in an excellent position to explore the rest of the city. For instance, iconic locations like the Apollo Theatre, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and Buckingham Palace are only around ten minutes from the station.

Gatwick Express train classes

• Standard Class: Customers can enjoy onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi and charging sockets.
• First Class: A Gatwick Express from Brighton to London Victoria First Class ticket offers a more comfortable way to travel and includes complimentary Wi-Fi and wider seats.

Gatwick Express train travel advice

• Luggage: Each carriage is equipped with dedicated luggage racks, storage space under the seats, and additional space around the double doors to make it easier for you to board and alight with your luggage.
• Pets: Two dogs or other small domestic animals are allowed for free on any Gatwick Express service. Dogs must be kept on a lead, and other animals need to be stored in carriers.
• Bicycles: You don’t need to reserve a space for your bike with Gatwick Express. Bikes are prohibited on trains during peak hours in central London except at weekends and bank holidays.
• Children: Children under five can travel for free, provided they don’t require a seat and are accompanied by a fare-paying guardian. While children between five and fifteen can travel at a discount, provided they have a Railcard.
• Passenger Assist: Offer support and guidance on ticketing, assist with getting on and off trains (including ramp provision), help navigate stations and reach platforms, and aid in connecting to trains and onward transport options like buses, trams, and taxis within the station vicinity.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.