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Trains from Brighton to London

London is a cultural gem waiting to be explored. From enjoying the buzz of this big city after your business trip or looking for new experiences in your own country, London is the place to be. Take a step back in time while viewing some of England's most significant artworks from the past 5000 years in the Victorian and Albert Museum, or experience the magic of Warner Bros and the famous Harry Potter world.

Your journey from Brighton to London is relatively short, taking about 1 hour to complete. This 47 mile (75km) trip operates with 667 trains running daily, stopping at a variety of London stations, providing plenty of flexibility to meet every traveller's needs. With tickets from as little as £5.78*, this route is the epitome of cost-effective travel, leaving plenty of room in your budget to enjoy the ambience of London city.

Cheap train tickets from Brighton to London

Budget-friendly itineraries are always a traveller's end goal. So whether you need to stick to a business cap or want to make room for more sightseeing and shopping, at Rail Online, our goal is to provide cost-effective rail tickets for your trip.

Here are our top tips for finding reliable ways to buy cheap train tickets!

Get a Railcard: National Railcards offer a third off eligible train tickets across the UK. Making all the difference for one-time and frequent travellers within a year.
Book in advance: Booking your tickets months in advance will always be cheaper than frantically searching a week before. Most UK rail companies release tickets up to 12 weeks before departure, leaving plenty of time.
Travel off-peak: Travelling in the current hours of early morning and late night is another guarantee to find cheap tickets. Remember, less demand means lowered prices!
Use GroupSave: If you're travelling in off-peak and super off-peak times with a group of 3-9 people, you can save up to 34% on eligible journeys.

Now you know the top tips to find affordable train tickets; all that's left to do is get train-spired! Find the perfect ticket to match your trip itinerary with Rail Online. You can rely on us to find the most cost-effective ticket, current train schedules and even your return trip from London to Brighton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Looking for more information about your future trip from undefined? Our team at Rail Online have the answers to all your questions.

How long does the train from Brighton to London take?

The trip from Brighton to London takes approximately 1 hour, with 667 trains running daily. Journey times may vary de pending on your date, time of travel and arrival station in London.

How much does the train from Brighton to London cost?

Travelling from Brighton to London will cost you as little as £5.78*. It's important to remember that these prices ma y change depending on your departure time, seat option and time of booking.

What time does the first train from Brighton to London leave?

The first train departs from Brighton to London at 03:12. This first departure time may change seasonally and on week ends and public holidays. There may also be earlier departures that involve a connection.

What's the distance between Brighton and London by train?

When travelling from Brighton to London, you'll cover a distance of 47 miles (75 km).

What to expect on your journey from Brighton to London?

The short journey from Brighton to London will see you pass through a stunning stretch of countryside through the woo ded hills of Weald before crossing the Ouse Valley. This short journey will then provide a picturesque view of the upcom ing bustling urban destination of London.

Is there wifi available on trains from Brighton to London?

When travelling with Thameslink, Southern or Gatwick Express from Brighton to London, you'll know if your train has o nboard wifi from the blue wifi logo on the door as you walk in. You simply need to log onto the respective wifi connecti on and sign in.

What's the fastest journey time between Brighton and London by train?

While some direct trains can take up to 1 hour and 22 minutes to travel, the average direct train can get you to Lond on's city centre in 1 hour. TIP: Travel in off-peak times to get the best price.

Is there a direct train from Brighton to London?

Yes, there are around 667 trains that run daily between Brighton and London, offering a multitude of departure times to meet all traveller's needs. However, it is important to remember that some of these services will involve a change of trains and that these frequencies may change on weekends and public holidays.

What time does the last train from Brighton to London leave?

The last train that leaves from Brighton to London departs at 23:13. This final departure time may change seasonally and on weekends and public holidays. There may also be departures around this time that involve a connection.

Where does the Brighton to London train stop?

When travelling from Brighton to London, you'll be on a Thameslink, Southern or Gatwick Express train. Travellers on the Gatwick Express and Southern will only stop at London Victoria station, while Thameslink will stop at London Blackfr iars, London Bridge and London St Pancras International stations.

What's the difference between 1st and 2nd classes?

First class offers larger, more comfortable seats with greater legroom for a more comfortable journey. Although there isn't much of a difference in the amount of luggage allowed for first and second class, you will have access to first-c lass lounges at specific stations, as well as fast-track boarding. Second class is still totally acceptable for your jou rney between Brighton and London. This class offers a comfortable chair, plenty of legroom, and access to food and refre shments.

How much cO2 will I save by taking this train journey?

Travelling by train from Brighton to London is the easiest way to reduce your carbon footprint. By choosing rail trav el over driving, you can save up to 6.8kg of cO2.

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