The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 12 trains that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Brighton station (BTN) on Thu, Nov 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
Y28889 · Y29424
Y28405+
Y37022
Y28893 · Y29431
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Y36852
Y28129+
Y36857
Y30594
Y30570
Y30586
Y30578
Y28122+
Y36852Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Victoria (VIC) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) 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 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
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1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y28106+ Y36839 | On time 8:05 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h13 | 9:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
Y30570 | On time 8:29 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h58 | 9:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y28110+ Y36843 | On time 8:35 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h13 | 9:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
Y30578 | On time 8:59 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h58 | 9:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y28117+ Y36848 | On time 9:05 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h13 | 10:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
Y30586 | On time 9:29 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h58 | 10:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y28122+ Y36852 | On time 9:35 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h13 | 10:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
Y28889 · Y29424 | On time 9:46 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h19 | 11:05 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
Y28405+ Y37022 | On time 9:54 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h19 | 11:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
Y30594 | On time 9:59 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h58 | 10:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y28129+ Y36857 | On time 10:05 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h13 | 11:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
Y28893 · Y29431 | On time 10:16 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h19 | 11:35 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Brighton station (BTN)
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 58m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 22:25 |
Train companies: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink from London Victoria (VIC) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsGatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Brighton station (BTN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Brighton station (BTN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
- 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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