The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrow to Brighton
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrow to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrow to Brighton will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 4 trains that leave Harrow for Brighton 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 85 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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 Harrow to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrow to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. 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 €5, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€38 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Harrow to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrow to Brighton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:39 AM Harrow | 2h18 | 6:57 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:46 AM Harrow | 2h02 | 6:48 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 AM Harrow | 1h49 | 9:48 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:02 PM Harrow | 2h19 | 4:21 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrow to Brighton
Trains from Harrow to Brighton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Tube from Harrow to Brighton trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Tube trains will get you between Harrow and Brighton from $6 (€5). 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 Harrow to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrow 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 Harrow to Brighton
- Type of shops available: Newsagent on Platform 1.
- Car Park: Off Cecil Road
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Male, female and unisex accessible in the Sandridge Close ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms on Platforms 6, 4/5, 2/3 and 1.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: outside station by car park in Sandridge Close
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Metro: Bakerloo Line
- Type of shops available: Barbers
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station is now step-free to all platforms. Step-free access is via the College Road / Bus Station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Male and female toilets in the ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Lowlands Road Exit
- Metro: Metropolitan Line
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: B3 station category. Step fee access is only available on the Northbound platform . You can only enter and exit using the Headstone Lane side entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage room located on Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop B in Long Elmes for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop A in Long Elmes for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
- Metro: Closest station is Harrow & Wealdstone, 3 mins south by train.
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
