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Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Contemporary art gallery in the Royal Pavilion Garden, showing major exhibitions in a restored historic building.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 20 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Billingshurst to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Billingshurst to Brighton will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Billingshurst to Brighton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Billingshurst to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 31 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Billingshurst to Brighton:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Billingshurst to Brighton costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 14m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-10.75. The journey takes 1h 2m versus 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Billingshurst to Brighton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 5:08 |
Last train 23:18 |
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Contemporary art gallery in the Royal Pavilion Garden, showing major exhibitions in a restored historic building.
Museum inside the Royal Pavilion Estate covering local history, fashion, decorative art and changing exhibitions.
Seafront gallery dedicated to photography and contemporary visual culture, with changing exhibitions and events.
Narrow historic lanes filled with independent shops and characterful passages, ideal for a classic Brighton wander.
Bohemian shopping district known for street art, vintage stores, market atmosphere and a strong local feel.
Large central green space with formal gardens, open lawns, playgrounds and easy access from the station and seafront.
Fresh herring traditionally smoked over oak, a Sussex speciality long linked to the old fishing trade around Brighton and nearby coastal towns.
Classic British fish and chips made with fresh local catch and chips by the seaside; a staple meal closely tied to Brighton’s coastal identity.
A long-standing Brighton favourite: dry-cured pork sausages, usually grilled or fried, known locally through the city’s famous sausage makers.
Elegant restaurant serving seasonal British tasting menus in a refined but welcoming setting close to the seafront.
Lively modern Indian restaurant in The Lanes, known for creative small plates, bold flavours and a stylish atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fish, oysters and classic British dishes in a polished room near the city centre.
Moderate for a UK seaside city. Hotels and dining are pricier than many British towns, but buses, casual eats and supermarket options help keep daily costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Brighton Station -> North Street, Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Billingshurst 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.

Most Billingshurst to Brighton trains use the Billingshurst to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare Billingshurst and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Billingshurst has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Billingshurst.
Ticket office support is available at Billingshurst.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Billingshurst: Parking, WC.
Available at Billingshurst: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Billingshurst: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street and a level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the front of the station outside the Ticket Office, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
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