How to get from London to Brighton by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from London to Brighton is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 47 miles (75 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus or train | |
Ticket price range | $14 - $18 | |
Fastest mode | Train • $18 (€16) • 54 min | |
Popular travel companies | National Express or Southern |
Travel 47 miles (75 km) by bus or train between London and Brighton. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are National Express or Southern among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from London to Brighton.
You can travel by train or bus for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
There are 2 travel options from London to Brighton: bus or train.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Brighton is a bus with an average price of $14 (€12).
This is compared to other travel options from London to Brighton:
Taking a bus costs $4 (€3) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $18 (€16).
The distance is approximately 47 miles (75 km) from London to Brighton.
The average frequency per day from London to Brighton is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route from London to Brighton as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Brighton:
The following travel companies offer services from London to Brighton:
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Brighton with the following travel companies:
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Brighton as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets to Brighton from London.
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