The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Brighton
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$159
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Brighton will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
It's difficult to get from Reading to Brighton without transferring at least 2 times.
P08529+
Y37034
P08528+
Y37028
P08527+
Y37022
P08526+
Y37016
P08567+
Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+
Y36867
P08565+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
Y30602
P08445+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
Y30610
P08563+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
Y30586
P08567+
Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+
Y36867
P08172+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
Y30594Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Reading to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
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€60 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P08563+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ Y30586 | On time 8:13 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h14 | 10:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P08526+ Y37016 | On time 8:25 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h18 | 10:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
P08172+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ Y30594 | On time 8:41 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h16 | 10:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P08527+ Y37022 | On time 8:54 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h19 | 11:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
P08432+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ Y36857 | On time 8:58 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h20 | 11:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P08565+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ Y30602 | On time 9:16 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h11 | 11:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P08528+ Y37028 | On time 9:19 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h24 | 11:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
P08476+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ Y37028 | On time 9:20 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h23 | 11:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P08209+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ Y36862 | On time 9:31 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h17 | 11:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P08445+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ Y30610 | On time 9:44 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h13 | 11:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P08529+ Y37034 | On time 9:54 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h19 | 12:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
P08567+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ Y36867 | On time 10:02 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h16 | 12:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Brighton
Trains from Reading to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, South Western Railway, Southern, first_great_western from Reading to Brighton trainsGreat Western Rail, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, South Western Railway, Southern, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Brighton from $38 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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South Western Railway
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Gatwick Express
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FAQs: Trains from Reading to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading to Brighton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C - This station does not have step free access to operational platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent entrance to station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses starting/terminate at Tilehurst: Station forecourt All other buses: A329 Oxford Road bus stops near the station
- 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
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