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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basildon to Brighton
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basildon to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basildon to Brighton will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basildon for Brighton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 34 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.
8:193h34Basildon11:53Brighton£431One-way0 changes
- 8:193h34Basildon11:53Brighton£431One-way0 changes
Live departures
Basildon to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Basildon to Brighton trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C02626+ Tube from West Ham to London Bridge+ Y64694 | Delayed 8:35 8:08Basildon station (BSO) | 2h35 | 10:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| C02718+Tube from Stratford (London) to London Bridge+Y64945 | Delayed 8:45 8:23Basildon station (BSO) | 2h25 | 10:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| C02718+Y64774 · Y64945+Tube from West Ham to London Bridge | Delayed 8:45 8:23Basildon station (BSO) | 2h25 | 10:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
| C02648+Y64696+Tube from West Ham to London Bridge | Delayed 9:05 8:38Basildon station (BSO) | 2h35 | 11:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| W45730+Y64776+Tube from West Ham to London Bridge+Y64947 | Delayed 9:15 8:53Basildon station (BSO) | 2h25 | 11:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
| W45730+Y64947+Tube from Stratford (London) to London Bridge | Delayed 9:15 8:53Basildon station (BSO) | 2h25 | 11:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basildon to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Basildon to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 22:24 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, c2c from Basildon to Brighton trainsThameslink, Southern, c2c trains will get you between Basildon and Brighton from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basildon to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basildon 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
Important Stations and Airports in Basildon and Brighton
Most Basildon to Brighton trains use the Basildon to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Basildon and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basildon station do trains to Brighton leave from?
Getting to Basildon from Basildon city centre
Basildon train station facilities and services
Basildon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Beehive, The Edge Basildon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basildon. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basildon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basildon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basildon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basildon: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Basildon, Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel, Travelodge Basildon.
Getting to Laindon from Basildon city centre
Laindon is 2 km from Basildon city centre. Public transport options include:
Laindon train station facilities and services
Laindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Laindon. ATMs are available at Laindon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Laindon. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Laindon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Laindon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Laindon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is available from the street level to all platforms, 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: Yes.
Which Brighton station do trains from Basildon arrive at?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: 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.
Getting to London Road (Brighton) from Brighton city centre
London Road (Brighton) train station facilities and services
London Road (Brighton) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Domino's Pizza, Salt and Charcoal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Brighton). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at London Road (Brighton). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Brighton): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Brighton): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Road (Brighton): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Brighton, ibis Brighton City Centre - Station, Jurys Inn Brighton.
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