The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basingstoke station (BSK) for Brighton station (BTN) 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 82 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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 train and coach for Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 82 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:35 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 1h52 | 11:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:57 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 2h00 | 11:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN) by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
23 Nov
24 Nov
25 Nov
26 Nov
27 Nov
28 Nov
29 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN)
Trains from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:59, the last at 10:57. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 07:59 |
Last train 10:57 |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Cross Country, first_great_western from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsSouthern, South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Basingstoke station (BSK) and Brighton station (BTN) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
South Western Railway
Great Western Rail
Thameslink
Cross Country
first_great_western
FAQs: Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Brighton station (BTN) 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 station (BTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke station (BSK) and Brighton station (BTN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:30 Saturday 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
- Car Park: Premium
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all the platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platforms 2/3 and Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Alencon Link
- 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

