London To Brighton Train Journey Information
![]() | 00:02 | ![]() | 23:56 |
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London To Brighton Train Times
- 00:021h 22mDirect01:24London BlackfriarsBrighton
- 00:021h 22m1 Change01:24London VictoriaBrighton
- 00:153h 1m2 Changes03:16London VictoriaBrighton
- 01:022h 14m1 Change03:16London BlackfriarsBrighton
- 04:101h 22mDirect05:32London BlackfriarsBrighton
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- Q:How long does it take to travel from London to Brighton by train?A:It takes around 1 hour 14 minutes by train from London to Brighton. Bear in mind that the journey time may be a little longer on weekends and holidays.Average journey time1h 14mAverage journey time1h 14m
- Q:How much does the train from London to Brighton cost?A:Train tickets from London to Brighton cost as little as £5.50 if you book in advance, and the train fares are often higher when purchased on the day. Ticket prices also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you book.Train fares from£5.50Train fares from£5.50
- Q:What is the fastest journey from London to Brighton by train?A:The fastest train will get you from London to Brighton in 058 minutes. The slowest service is the late-evening departure which takes nearly 03 minutes travelling at a slower pace throughout the journey.Fastest route58mFastest route58m
- Q:What time does the last train from London to Brighton leave?A:The last train from London to Brighton departs at 23:56. Don’t miss it!Last train23:56Last train23:56
- Q:When can I catch the first train from London to Brighton?A:The first train leaves London at 00:02. Book in advance to save yourself some time in the morning.First train00:02First train00:02
- Q:How many trains a day are there from London to Brighton?A:On an average weekday, around 279 trains travel from London to Brighton. The first train departs London (any) some time after 00:02 with departures continuing at intervals, until 23:56.Trains per day279Trains per day279
- Q:Which train company operates London to Brighton?A:There are a number of UK train companies that operate cheap trains to Edinburgh, including Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern.Train operatorsThameslink, Gatwick Express, SouthernTrain operatorsThameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern
London To Brighton Train FAQs
London To Brighton Train Time
Located on the south coast of England, less than an hour from London by train, Brighton is one of the UK's most popular destinations. Whilst it has long been known as a seaside resort, there is far more to Brighton than just fish and chips on the beach! Brighton railway station is the southern terminus of the Brighton mainline in England, and the principal station serving the city of Brighton, East Sussex. It is 50 miles 49 chains (81.45 km) from London Bridge via Redhill.
London To Brighton Train Times Information
The distance between London and Brighton is 47 miles. The average London to Brighton train time is 1 hour 21 minutes. The first train from London to Brighton departs at 03:10, and the last train from London to Brighton departs at 02:08. On an average weekday, there are 437 trains travelling from London to Brighton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, and the fastest London to Brighton train time is 52 minutes.
Trains from London to Brighton leave from London Bridge, London Victoria or London Blackfriars with several departures an hour. It is possible to travel from London to Brighton without having to change trains. Direct services usually take just over an hour or 52m on the faster trains. If you’re travelling on an indirect service, these typically change at Hove, Haywards Heath, or Three Bridges and take around 1h 15m – depending on which route you take.
Many of the trains between London and Brighton are run by Southern Rail as well as Thameslink and the Gatwick Express. All three train companies offer free WiFi on most of their trains – just look out for the blue WiFi sign on the door of your carriage. Passengers are welcome to bring their bicycles with them on the trains unless it’s during rush hour. However, folded cycles are allowed at any time as long as they fit in the luggage compartment.
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