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Gatwick Aviation Museum
Volunteer-run museum near the airport with British aircraft, cockpits, and aviation history displays. A strong choice for plane enthusiasts visiting the Gatwick area.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
59
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 $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 59 trains that leave Brighton for London Gatwick Airport on Fri, Jun 12, 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 12 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 12 the slowest trains will take 30 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.
G77173 · C82843
W32842 · G26332
G77185 · C82871
G77177 · C82852
G77181 · C82862
G77293
G77289
G77321
G77325
G77333Omio 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 $5. 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 $5, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $10 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 $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $16 (€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 $16 (€13) compared to roughly $10 (€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.
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45372 | 12:28 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 1:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77293 | On time 12:39 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 1:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45432 | On time 12:44 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 1:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45536 | On time 12:58 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 1:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77313 | On time 3:09 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 3:39 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26705 · G26435 | On time 3:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h41 | 3:54 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
W45470 | On time 3:14 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 3:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45419 | On time 3:28 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 4:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77317 | On time 3:39 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 4:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88660 · G26438 | 3:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h41 | 4:24 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
G77321 | On time 4:09 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 4:39 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26711 · G26442 | On time 4:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h41 | 4:54 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
W45464 | On time 4:14 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 4:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G28272 | On time 4:28 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 5:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77325 | On time 4:39 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 5:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45429 | On time 4:44 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 5:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45417 | On time 4:58 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 5:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77329 | On time 5:09 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 5:39 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45390 | On time 5:14 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 5:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45611 | 5:28 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 6:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77333 | On time 5:39 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 6:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 12 | |||||
G77240 | 6:06 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h33 | 6:39 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45465 | 6:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h36 | 6:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45605 | 6:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 7:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77245 | 6:36 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h33 | 7:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45437 | 6:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h36 | 7:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88562 · C83038 | 6:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h41 | 7:24 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
W45606 | 6:56 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 7:35 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 | |
G77289 | 12:09 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 12:39 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45474 | 12:14 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 12:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€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 $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 4:08 AM |
Last train 10:23 PM |
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Volunteer-run museum near the airport with British aircraft, cockpits, and aviation history displays. A strong choice for plane enthusiasts visiting the Gatwick area.
Well-regarded local museum and gallery in a historic building, with archaeology, local history, and changing art displays. A pleasant cultural stop within easy reach of Gatwick.
Large open-air industrial heritage museum with transport, crafts, and working exhibits. Worth the trip for visitors interested in Sussex industry and vintage vehicles.
Famous viewpoint and walking area in the Surrey Hills with sweeping scenery and popular trails. A classic outdoor destination within reach of Gatwick.
Celebrated botanical gardens with woodland, formal planting, and seasonal displays. Highly photogenic and increasingly popular for day trips and online sharing.
Large park in Crawley with lakes, woodland walks, gardens, and broad recreational space. One of the best outdoor escapes close to Gatwick.
A hearty plate of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, grilled tomato, and toast. It is one of Britain’s most iconic meals and a classic start to the day.
Battered white fish served with thick-cut chips, often with mushy peas and tartar sauce. It is a staple British comfort dish strongly associated with everyday eating across England.
Roast meat with potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy, and Yorkshire pudding. It is a traditional British weekend meal that reflects classic pub and family dining culture.
A traditional British pub near Gatwick known for classic pub fare, cask ales, and a relaxed village atmosphere.
An established airport dining option at Gatwick serving British and international dishes in a polished, modern setting.
A well-known casual restaurant brand at Gatwick offering all-day dining with a broad menu and family-friendly atmosphere.
Airport prices are higher than in nearby towns. Fast food is manageable, but sit-down meals and drinks cost more.
Service is often included or optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if not added. Round up for taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service or coffee.
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