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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
6
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 $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 6 trains that leave Brighton for London Gatwick Airport on Thu, Dec 11, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 39 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.
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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 €8.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
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€13 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, December 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y30539 | On time 8:06 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h33 | 8:39 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y36845 | On time 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h36 | 8:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y29412 · Y28881 | On time 8:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h41 | 8:54 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| Y37003 | On time 8:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 9:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y30544 | On time 8:36 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h33 | 9:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y36850 | On time 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h36 | 9:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 04:28 |
Last train 21:14 |
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 $5 (€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
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Car Park: No
- 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. 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelters are available on the platforms
- Storage location: Subway
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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