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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$19
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 station (BTN) 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 station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 6 trains that leave Brighton station (BTN) for London Gatwick Airport on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 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 Fri, May 08 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.
W578146:26 AM0h39Brighton station (BTN)7:05 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$181One-way0 transfers- G844436:09 AM0h36Brighton station (BTN)6:45 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$181One-way0 transfers
- G844476:39 AM0h36Brighton station (BTN)7:15 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$181One-way0 transfers
P25511 · W604496:43 AM0h41Brighton station (BTN)7:24 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$211One-way1 transfer
P258626:36 AM0h33Brighton station (BTN)7:09 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$211One-way0 transfers
- P258626:36 AM0h33Brighton station (BTN)7:09 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$211One-way0 transfers
- P258586:06 AM0h33Brighton station (BTN)6:39 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$211One-way0 transfers
- G844436:09 AM0h36Brighton station (BTN)6:45 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$181One-way0 transfers
- G844476:39 AM0h36Brighton station (BTN)7:15 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$181One-way0 transfers
- W578146:26 AM0h39Brighton station (BTN)7:05 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) 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 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m 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 station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 50m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (35m 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.
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 station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P25866 | On time 7:06 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h33 | 7:39 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G84451 | On time 7:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h36 | 7:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W57816 | On time 7:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 8:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P25871 | On time 7:36 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h33 | 8:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G84455 | On time 7:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h36 | 8:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59507 | On time 7:56 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h39 | 8:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Gatwick Express, Southern or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Raileurope or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Gatwick Express, Southern or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 4:12 AM |
Last train 10:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) 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 station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) 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 station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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
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