The cheapest and fastest trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) for Brighton station (BTN) on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€49 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN) by train or bus
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Why should you book Gillingham (Kent) to Brighton trains with Omio?
Southeastern as well as Thameslink offer trains services from Gillingham (Kent) to Brighton. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gillingham (Kent) to Brighton.
Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Gillingham (Kent) to Brighton.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southeastern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gillingham (Kent) to Brighton.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Southeastern tickets can be bought on Southeastern's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Thameslink to help you choose the right option for your journey from Gillingham (Kent) to Brighton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gillingham (Kent) to Brighton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN)
Trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 17:15. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 07:45 |
Last train 17:15 |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) and Brighton station (BTN) from $29 (€23). 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 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN) 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 station (BTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to Brighton station (BTN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 19:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms and interchange via lifts. Step free access direct to Platform 3 via side entrance off Railway Street. Stepped access from main entrance via station footbridge.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Platform 1/2 & 3- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms 1/2 & 3 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platforms 1/2 & 3- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1/2 and platform 3 only available up to 8pm. (20:00 hrs)
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Side entrance to platform 3, on Railway Street.
- 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

