The cheapest and fastest trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) 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 London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Blackfriars (BFR) for Brighton station (BTN) on Thu, Jan 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 22 the direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
On Thu, Jan 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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 London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN) 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 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
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€27 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for today, Wednesday, January 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:39 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 1h09 | 7:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 1h14 | 9:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:09 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 1h14 | 11:23 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:31 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 1h38 | 12:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 22 | |||||
![]() | 2:40 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 1h52 | 4:32 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN) by train or bus
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Why should you book London Blackfriars to Brighton trains with Omio?
Thameslink as well as Southern offer trains services from London Blackfriars to Brighton. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Blackfriars to Brighton.
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Blackfriars 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 Thameslink with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Blackfriars to Brighton.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Thameslink tickets can be bought on Thameslink's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Southern to help you choose the right option for your journey from London Blackfriars to Brighton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Blackfriars to Brighton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN)
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN) start from as low as $14 (€11) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $33 (€27) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN) with 5 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 9m but the average duration is 1h 15m
Train Operators
- Travel from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN) with Thameslink and Southern
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Thameslink.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 12:02 AM and the last at 10:33 PM
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 22:33 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between London Blackfriars (BFR) and Brighton station (BTN) 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 London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Blackfriars (BFR) 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 London Blackfriars (BFR) to Brighton station (BTN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 20:30 Saturday 07:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: No
- 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 iva lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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: North Bank Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance Northbank side.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
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