The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 4 trains that leave Brighton station (BTN) for London Kings Cross (KGX) on Tue, Dec 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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€42 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:06 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h31 | 6:37 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h40 | 9:06 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:28 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h38 | 10:06 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:14 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h32 | 4:46 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train or bus
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Why should you book Brighton to London Kings Cross trains with Omio?
Thameslink as well as Gatwick Express and Southern offer trains services from Brighton to London Kings Cross. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to London Kings Cross.
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- 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 Kings Cross.
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- 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 Kings Cross.
- 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 Kings Cross.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€25) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€25) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 04:39 |
Last train 18:39 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern from Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from $6 (€5). 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 Kings Cross (KGX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton station (BTN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
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