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Compare train and bus for Brighton to East Grinstead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to East Grinstead 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 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 21 miles (34 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to East Grinstead:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to East Grinstead costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to East Grinstead take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 48m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-31.37 (€-25.95). The journey takes 1h 28m versus 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Brighton to East Grinstead train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to East Grinstead trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 11:14 AM Brighton | 1h36 | 12:50 PM East Grinstead | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to East Grinstead
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Trains from Brighton to East Grinstead run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 4:12 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Brighton to East Grinstead trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Brighton and East Grinstead from $4 (€3). 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 East Grinstead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to East Grinstead 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 East Grinstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to East Grinstead
Most Brighton to East Grinstead trains use the Brighton to East Grinstead station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and East Grinstead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to East Grinstead leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: 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.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: 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. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which East Grinstead station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to East Grinstead from East Grinstead city centre
East Grinstead train station facilities and services
East Grinstead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Dorset Arms, The Old Dunnings Mill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Grinstead. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at East Grinstead. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Grinstead: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Grinstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Grinstead: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Felbridge, The Grange Hotel, Travelodge East Grinstead.
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