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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 18 trains that leave Brighton for London Gatwick Airport on Mon, Jul 27, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 27 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Mon, Jul 27 the slowest trains will take 33 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.
X823578:39 AM0h36Brighton station (BTN)9:15 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$141One-way0 transfers- W454907:09 AM0h36Brighton station (BTN)7:45 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$141One-way0 transfers
- W454788:09 AM0h36Brighton station (BTN)8:45 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$141One-way0 transfers
- W454138:26 AM0h39Brighton station (BTN)9:05 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$141One-way0 transfers
- W456027:26 AM0h39Brighton station (BTN)8:05 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$141One-way0 transfers
G772355:39 AM0h30Brighton station (BTN)6:09 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$171One-way0 transfers- W453985:44 AM0h31Brighton station (BTN)6:15 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$141One-way0 transfers
- G772537:36 AM0h33Brighton station (BTN)8:09 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$171One-way0 transfers
- G772618:36 AM0h33Brighton station (BTN)9:09 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$171One-way0 transfers
- G772568:06 AM0h33Brighton station (BTN)8:39 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brighton to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $6 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $13 (€13).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 53m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (36m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around $13 (€13) compared to roughly $8 (€8) 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 Thameslink, Gatwick Express, 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.
Live departures
Brighton to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Sunday, July 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C82313 | On time 10:10 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 10:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X82296 | On time 10:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h38 | 10:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26112 | On time 10:31 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h45 | 11:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82329 | On time 11:09 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h45 | 11:54 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SN012300+C02559 | On time 11:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h57 | 12:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| SN001400+W45592 | 11:30 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h13 | 12:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, July 27 | |||||
| W45477 | 5:06 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 5:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26115 | 5:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h35 | 5:53 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45420 | 5:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 6:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77235 | 5:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 6:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45398 | 5:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 6:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45541 | 5:56 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 6:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77248 | 7:06 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h33 | 7:39 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45490 | 7:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h36 | 7:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45602 | 7:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 8:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77253 | 7:36 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h33 | 8:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X02693 | 7:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h36 | 8:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45403 | 7:56 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 8:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77256 | 8:06 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h33 | 8:39 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45478 | 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h36 | 8:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26663 · G88046 | 8:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h41 | 8:54 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W45413 | 8:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 9:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77261 | 8:36 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h33 | 9:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X82357 | 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h36 | 9:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€7) but you can travel from only $4 (€4) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 29m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€7) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 4:08 AM |
Last train 10:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern trains will get you between Brighton and London Gatwick Airport from $4 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport
Most Brighton to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Brighton to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton 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 and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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