The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Maidenhead
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Maidenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Maidenhead will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 4 trains that leave Brighton for Maidenhead on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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 to Maidenhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Maidenhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€64 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton to Maidenhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Maidenhead trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:56 AM Brighton | 2h30 | 7:26 AM Maidenhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:28 AM Brighton | 2h28 | 10:56 AM Maidenhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:14 AM Brighton | 2h12 | 11:26 AM Maidenhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:58 PM Brighton | 2h10 | 6:08 PM Maidenhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Maidenhead
Trains from Brighton to Maidenhead run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 00:32 |
Last train 22:47 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from Brighton to Maidenhead trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Brighton and Maidenhead from $24 (€20). 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 Maidenhead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Maidenhead
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Domino's Pizza
- Salt and Charcoal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Travelodge Brighton
- ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern services
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 11:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 - This station has step free access to the platform, this is via a short steep ramp. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available by contacting local taxi firms
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Marlow: Bus Stop before Level Crossing. To Bus Stop after Level Crossing.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:00 - 21:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are only sold between 10:00 and 17:00
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Accessible WC on platform 4
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Shoppenhangers Lane, front of Station and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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