Reading to Brighton train

Fri, Nov 15
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Cheap train tickets from Reading to Brighton

Showing times and prices for Nov 15

Cheapest

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.

Great Western Railway
03:49PM2h26
Reading
06:15PMBrighton
$631One-way
0 transfers
South Western Railway
01:39PM2h42
Reading
04:21PMBrighton
$631One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
07:23AM2h20
Reading
09:43AMBrighton
$641One-way
0 transfers
South Western Railway
07:09AM2h39
Reading
09:48AMBrighton
$641One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
03:32AM2h11
Reading
05:43AMBrighton
$641One-way
0 transfers

Reading to Brighton train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Thameslink07:20AM Reading2h28 09:48AM Brighton0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway07:23AM Reading2h20 09:43AM Brighton0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway07:09AM Reading2h39 09:48AM Brighton0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway03:32AM Reading2h11 05:43AM Brighton0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway01:39PM Reading2h42 04:21PM Brighton0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Reading to Brighton

Showing times and prices for Nov 15

Fastest Journey

2 h 11 m

Average

2 h 26 m

Trains per day

7

Distance

91 km

Of the 7 trains that leave Reading for Brighton every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Great Western Railway
03:32AM2h11
Reading
05:43AMBrighton
$641One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
07:25AM2h18
Reading
09:43AMBrighton
$651One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
07:23AM2h20
Reading
09:43AMBrighton
$641One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
03:49PM2h26
Reading
06:15PMBrighton
$631One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
07:20AM2h28
Reading
09:48AMBrighton
$951One-way
0 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 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€37) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
55 miles (90 km)
Average train duration
2h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
$42 (€37)
Trains per day
6
Train providers
5
Fastest train
2h 4m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:33
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train providers: Great Western Rail, Thameslink and Gatwick Express from Reading to Brighton trains

Find the best trains from Reading to Brighton with Omio's travel partners Great Western Rail, Thameslink and Gatwick Express from $30 (€27). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Reading to Brighton train information with Great Western Rail:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 11 min
  • Cheapest Price: $30

FAQs: Trains from Reading to Brighton

FAQs: Travel by train from Reading to Brighton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Reading to Brighton.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Reading to Brighton can start from as little as $42 (€37) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Reading to Brighton is $64 (€57); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Reading to Brighton train time is 2 h 4 min   covering the 56 mile (90 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Reading to Brighton leaves at 12: 02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Reading to Brighton leaves at 11: 33 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Reading to Brighton which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern, South Western Railway or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Reading to Brighton, you can count on Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern, South Western Railway or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Brighton. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Reading and Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 33 PM.
A trip to Brighton from Reading is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 4 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Reading to Brighton is September.
You have options as you can travel to Brighton from Reading 2 different ways: train or bus.

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