The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Hatfield
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Hatfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Hatfield will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Hatfield without transferring at least once.
9:22 AM2h09Brighton11:31 AMHatfield$871One-way1 transfer
10:22 AM2h09Brighton12:31 PMHatfield$871One-way1 transfer
11:22 AM2h09Brighton1:31 PMHatfield$871One-way1 transfer
12:22 PM2h09Brighton2:31 PMHatfield$871One-way1 transfer
1:22 PM2h09Brighton3:31 PMHatfield$871One-way1 transfer
9:22 AM2h09Brighton11:31 AMHatfield$871One-way1 transfer
10:22 AM2h09Brighton12:31 PMHatfield$871One-way1 transfer
11:22 AM2h09Brighton1:31 PMHatfield$871One-way1 transfer
12:22 PM2h09Brighton2:31 PMHatfield$871One-way1 transfer
1:22 PM2h09Brighton3:31 PMHatfield$871One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Brighton to Hatfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Hatfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m 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 Hatfield:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Hatfield costing on average $57 (€46).
Other travel options to Hatfield take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 44m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 48m by train vs 1h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $57 (€46) compared to roughly $28 (€23) 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.
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 to Hatfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Hatfield trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:22 AM Brighton | 2h09 | 11:31 AM Hatfield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:22 AM Brighton | 2h09 | 12:31 PM Hatfield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:22 AM Brighton | 2h09 | 1:31 PM Hatfield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:22 PM Brighton | 2h09 | 2:31 PM Hatfield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:22 PM Brighton | 2h09 | 3:31 PM Hatfield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:22 PM Brighton | 2h09 | 4:31 PM Hatfield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:22 PM Brighton | 2h09 | 5:31 PM Hatfield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:22 PM Brighton | 2h09 | 6:31 PM Hatfield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:22 PM Brighton | 2h09 | 7:31 PM Hatfield | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Hatfield
Trains from Brighton to Hatfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 3:48 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Thameslink from Brighton to Hatfield trainsThameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Hatfield from $12 (€10). 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 Hatfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Hatfield 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 Hatfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Hatfield
Most Brighton to Hatfield trains use the Brighton to Hatfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Hatfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Hatfield 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 Moulsecoomb from Brighton city centre
Moulsecoomb is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Moulsecoomb train station facilities and services
Moulsecoomb has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moulsecoomb.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Moulsecoomb.
Bike and car services
Available at Moulsecoomb: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulsecoomb.
Which Hatfield station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to Hatfield from Hatfield city centre
Hatfield train station facilities and services
Hatfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hatfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hatfield. ATMs are available at Hatfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hatfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hatfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hatfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatfield: 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 on platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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.
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