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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 53 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Brighton station (BTN) on Sun, May 31, 53 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 31 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.
C025516:05 PM0h38Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:43 PMBrighton station (BTN)$101One-way0 transfers- C025496:35 PM0h38Gatwick Airport (GTW)7:13 PMBrighton station (BTN)$101One-way0 transfers
- W457536:22 PM0h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:53 PMBrighton station (BTN)$101One-way0 transfers
- W457445:35 PM0h38Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:13 PMBrighton station (BTN)$101One-way0 transfers
- W457685:22 PM0h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:53 PMBrighton station (BTN)$101One-way0 transfers
- X566181:58 AM0h29Gatwick Airport (GTW)2:27 AMBrighton station (BTN)$161One-way0 transfers
C8231212:06 AM0h30Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:36 AMBrighton station (BTN)$211One-way0 transfers- C823185:51 AM0h30Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:21 AMBrighton station (BTN)$211One-way0 transfers
- W457536:22 PM0h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:53 PMBrighton station (BTN)$101One-way0 transfers
- W457685:22 PM0h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:53 PMBrighton station (BTN)$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport 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 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN):
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Brighton station (BTN) take longer:
Bus takes on average 50m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (37m by train vs 42m by car). Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $10 (€8) 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.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern.
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
London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G27077 | On time 11:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 11:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02664 | On time 11:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 11:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02730 | On time 11:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 11:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G27078 | On time 11:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 11:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02624 | On time 11:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 12:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45719 | On time 11:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 12:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X65761 · G88607 | On time 11:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h46 | 12:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
| G27079 | On time 12:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 12:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02686 | On time 12:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 12:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45729 | On time 12:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 12:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G27080 | On time 12:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 12:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02621 | On time 12:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 1:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02721 | On time 12:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 1:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G27081 | On time 1:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 1:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02676 | On time 1:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 1:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45736 | On time 1:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 1:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
| C82312 | 12:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h30 | 12:36 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02771 | 12:17 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h37 | 12:54 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88201 | On time 12:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h32 | 1:16 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X91195 | On time 12:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 1:25 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X56618 | On time 1:58 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h29 | 2:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82315 | On time 2:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 2:47 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:58, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 3:58 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Brighton station (BTN) from $5 (€4). 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 Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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