The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 3 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Brighton on Tue, Mar 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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 bus and train for Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. 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 $27, and a train costs an average of $92.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$94 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton trains for today, Monday, March 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P48269+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P25929 | On time 8:20 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h37 | 10:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P47149+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P25937 | On time 8:40 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h47 | 11:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P48281+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P25945 | On time 9:22 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h35 | 11:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P48287+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P25953 | 9:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h35 | 12:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P46740+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ G84486 | On time 10:17 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h31 | 12:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
P48299+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+ P25968 | 10:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h35 | 1:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€74) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€74) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:22 |
Cheapest month Feb |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Sun |
Least busy day Wed |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
Train companies: Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton trainsGatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Brighton from $27 (€22). 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- 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
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