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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Coulsdon to Brighton
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coulsdon to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coulsdon to Brighton will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Coulsdon to Brighton without transferring at least once.
8:29 AM0h58Coulsdon South9:27 AMBrighton$421One-way1 transfer- 8:55 AM1h02Coulsdon South9:57 AMBrighton$421One-way1 transfer
- 9:25 AM1h02Coulsdon South10:27 AMBrighton$421One-way1 transfer
- 9:57 AM1h00Coulsdon South10:57 AMBrighton$421One-way1 transfer
- 10:25 AM1h02Coulsdon South11:27 AMBrighton$421One-way1 transfer
- 8:29 AM0h58Coulsdon South9:27 AMBrighton$421One-way1 transfer
- 9:57 AM1h00Coulsdon South10:57 AMBrighton$421One-way1 transfer
- 8:47 AM1h01Coulsdon South9:48 AMBrighton$501One-way1 transfer
- 8:55 AM1h02Coulsdon South9:57 AMBrighton$421One-way1 transfer
- 9:25 AM1h02Coulsdon South10:27 AMBrighton$421One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Coulsdon to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coulsdon to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Coulsdon to Brighton:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coulsdon to Brighton costing on average $39 (€32).
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 15m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (46m by train vs 55m by car). Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $14 (€12) 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
Coulsdon to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Coulsdon to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:09 AM Coulsdon South | 1h04 | 9:13 AM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| 8:29 AM Coulsdon South | 0h58 | 9:27 AM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coulsdon to Brighton
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Trains from Coulsdon to Brighton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 58m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Gatwick Express, Thameslink from Coulsdon to Brighton trainsGatwick Express, Thameslink trains will get you between Coulsdon and Brighton from $35 (€29). 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 Coulsdon to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coulsdon to Brighton 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 Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Coulsdon to Brighton
Most Coulsdon to Brighton trains use the Coulsdon South to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Coulsdon and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Coulsdon station do trains to Brighton leave from?
Getting to Coulsdon South from Coulsdon city centre
Coulsdon South train station facilities and services
Coulsdon South has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coulsdon South.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Coulsdon South.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coulsdon South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coulsdon South: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coulsdon South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coulsdon South: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Woodmansterne from Coulsdon city centre
Woodmansterne train station facilities and services
Woodmansterne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodmansterne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Woodmansterne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woodmansterne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodmansterne: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodmansterne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodmansterne: 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 on platform 2, near the Help Point, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Coulsdon Town from Coulsdon city centre
Coulsdon Town train station facilities and services
Coulsdon Town has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coulsdon Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coulsdon Town.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coulsdon Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coulsdon Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coulsdon Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Brighton station do trains from Coulsdon arrive at?
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.
Most popular trains to and from Brighton and Coulsdon
Most popular train connections to Brighton
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