The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
12
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 $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 12 trains that leave Brighton station (BTN) for London Gatwick Airport on Tue, Dec 23, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 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 Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 31 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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W59510
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G84468Brighton station (BTN) - London Gatwick AirportCompare Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern



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 €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 | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:58 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 4:35 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:58 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 7:35 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
X10579 | On time 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 8:39 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G84459 | On time 8:14 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 8:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W59510 | On time 8:28 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 9:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X10528 | On time 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 9:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G84464 | On time 8:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 9:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W59514 | On time 8:58 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 9:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X10477 | On time 9:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 9:39 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G84468 | On time 9:14 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 9:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W59517 | On time 9:28 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 10:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X10425 | On time 9:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h30 | 10:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G84474 | On time 9:44 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h31 | 10:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W59521 | On time 9:58 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h37 | 10:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Brighton to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?
Thameslink as well as Gatwick Express and Southern offer trains services from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport.
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 and Southern to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Thameslink tickets can be bought on Thameslink's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Gatwick Express and Southern to help you choose the right option for your journey from Brighton 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 to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 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 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:12, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 03:12 |
Last train 22:23 |
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
- 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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