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Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum in the Royal Pavilion Estate with fine art, fashion, design, and local history collections.
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Brighton will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Guildford to Brighton without transferring at least once.
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W45523Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$45 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Guildford to Brighton:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guildford to Brighton costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 45m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-29.63 (€-24.25). The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 14m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Brighton trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 7:57 AM Guildford | 1h38 | 9:35 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:06 AM Guildford | 3h29 | 11:35 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Guildford to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Brighton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brighton trip today.
Major city museum in the Royal Pavilion Estate with fine art, fashion, design, and local history collections.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted church, known for ambitious installations and events.
Local museum focused on craft, design, film, toys, and community creativity in a historic villa.
Historic maze of narrow lanes filled with independent shops and classic Brighton atmosphere near the seafront.
Bohemian shopping and street-art district known for indie stores, colorful streets, and youthful energy.
Classic promenade area for walking, beach views, sunsets, and easy access to major attractions.
A traditional hard-boiled stick of seaside sugar candy, closely associated with Brighton’s pier and beach culture.
Fresh battered fish with chips is a classic British seaside meal and especially popular in Brighton.
A rich local fish dish, usually smoked haddock baked with cream and cheese, linked to Sussex coastal cooking.
One of Brighton’s most established seafood restaurants, serving oysters, fish and refined British classics in an elegant setting.
A highly regarded central Brighton restaurant serving bold Indian dishes with a modern presentation and lively atmosphere.
A stylish seafood and champagne bar in The Lanes, popular for oysters, shellfish platters and celebratory meals.
Prices are high by UK standards, especially for hotels and dining near the seafront. Budget options exist, but overall costs are above average.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service, but small change is appreciated.
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Brighton Railway Station, Brighton -> Brighton City Centre, Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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.

Most Guildford to Brighton trains use the Guildford to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
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 options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Preston Park.
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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