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The Spring Arts & Heritage Centre
Local museum covering Havant borough history, archaeology, and community stories. A useful first stop for understanding the area.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Havant is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Havant will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Havant on Wed, Aug 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Havant among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 12m by car). Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $16 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southern, Southern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Havant trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:13 AM Brighton | 1h05 | 7:18 AM Havant | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:13 PM Brighton | 1h05 | 1:18 PM Havant | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Brighton to Havant run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Havant — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Havant trip today.
Local museum covering Havant borough history, archaeology, and community stories. A useful first stop for understanding the area.
Independent museum charting life on Hayling Island through photographs, objects, and local archives. Strong on community and seaside history.
University art gallery with changing contemporary exhibitions by national and international artists. Good for visitors seeking modern culture nearby.
Large country park on the former Staunton estate with lakes, gardens, and woodland walks. One of the area's standout outdoor attractions.
Linear coastal route following the old railway line to Hayling Island. Popular for walking and cycling with expansive water views.
Traditional town square area associated with Havant's market history. Worth a short visit for heritage buildings and town-centre atmosphere.
A Sussex and Hampshire pub classic of pork sausages in onion gravy, often linked to local butchers and traditional ale-led cooking nearby.
Fresh crab from the nearby south coast, prized for sweet meat and commonly served simply in sandwiches, salads, or dressed platters.
A traditional Hampshire watercress soup or salad ingredient. The county is famous for watercress farming and its peppery, fresh flavour.
Well-known local Indian restaurant in Havant, popular for classic curries and friendly service in a casual dining room.
Historic pub in Langstone known for seafood, British classics, and waterside views in a relaxed traditional setting.
Harbour-side restaurant and pub serving fresh fish, shellfish, and modern British dishes with a polished but approachable feel.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxi tips are optional, often by rounding up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Havant Railway Station -> Meridian Centre, Havant
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Havant by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Havant, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brighton to Havant trains use the Brighton to Havant station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Havant train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Moulsecoomb is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Moulsecoomb has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Moulsecoomb.
ATMs are available at Moulsecoomb.
Available at Moulsecoomb: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulsecoomb.
Havant has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Havant.
Wi-Fi is available at Havant. ATMs are available at Havant.
Ticket office support is available at Havant.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Havant: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Havant: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Havant: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is level access to main entrance and Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth and Southampton). Entrance to Platform 1 (for trains towards Brighton and London) is via a 12m long ramp, gradient = 1:10. Access between platforms is via a footbridge with lifts, available when station is staffed (until 22:00). There is a an alternative step-free route between up-side and down-side entrances via a local authority footbridge with long ramps at gentle (1:11-1:12) gradient on each side. Total round trip distance via ramps is 260m, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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