The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Maidenhead
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Maidenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Maidenhead will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Maidenhead 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 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.
9:442h12Brighton11:56Maidenhead£491One-way0 changes
9:442h12Brighton11:56Maidenhead£491One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Maidenhead
Trains from Brighton to Maidenhead run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 0:32 |
Last train 23:13 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Brighton to Maidenhead trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Brighton and Maidenhead from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Maidenhead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Maidenhead
Most Brighton to Maidenhead trains use the Brighton to Maidenhead station pair, with some services arriving at Furze Platt. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Maidenhead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Maidenhead leave from?
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 Aldrington from Brighton city centre
Aldrington is 3 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Aldrington train station facilities and services
Aldrington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aldrington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aldrington: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Aldrington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aldrington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Which Maidenhead station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to Maidenhead from Maidenhead city centre
Maidenhead train station facilities and services
Maidenhead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidenhead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Maidenhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidenhead.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidenhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidenhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidenhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Furze Platt from Maidenhead city centre
Furze Platt is 1 km from Maidenhead city centre. Public transport options include:
Furze Platt train station facilities and services
Furze Platt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Furze Platt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Furze Platt.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Furze Platt: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Furze Platt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Furze Platt: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 - This station has step free access to the platform, this is via a short steep ramp. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available by contacting local taxi firms, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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