Brighton to Slough train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Slough

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£47

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

2 h 18 m

Average duration

2 h 49 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

82 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Slough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Slough will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton for Slough every day 2 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 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 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.

Thameslink
08:282h18
Brighton
10:46Slough
£471One-way
0 changes
Southern
03:243h20
Brighton
06:44Slough
£471One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brighton to Slough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Slough 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 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £47.

Distance: 82 km

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£51

Average Price

£12

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2h 24m

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Fastest

1h 54m

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2h 54m

Average total duration

2h 24m

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Live departures

Brighton to Slough train times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Slough trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink10:14 Brighton
2h02
12:16 Slough0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
southern03:24 Brighton
3h20
06:44 Slough0 changesdirect
thameslink08:28 Brighton
2h18
10:46 Slough0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Slough

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Trains from Brighton to Slough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 2h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance
82 km
Average train duration
1h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£47
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 2m
First train
00:27
Last train
23:23
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10

Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express from Brighton to Slough trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Brighton and Slough from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£47
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

Gatwick Express

About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£61
Gatwick Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.

FAQs: Brighton to Slough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
For a visit to Slough, one to two days is generally sufficient to explore the main attractions and get a feel for the area, considering its proximity to Windsor and other nearby sites.
To get from Brighton to Slough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Brighton to Slough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Slough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £47, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Slough is by coach, costing approximately £10.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Slough is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Slough station (SLO).
The train journey from Brighton to Slough offers views of the South Downs' rolling hills and picturesque countryside, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Slough.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Slough.
The train distance from Brighton to Slough is 82 km.
The train journey from Brighton to Slough covers a distance of 82 km and takes approximately 2h 2m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Brighton to Slough leaves at 0:27.
The last train from Brighton to Slough departs at 23:23.
Trains from Brighton to Slough run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Slough.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Slough.
A day trip from Brighton to Slough may not be feasible as the journey takes 2h 2m and the distance is 82 km. However, there are 5 trains per day for this route.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Slough

Brighton
Slough
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Slough.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
Dining
  • The Grand Central
  • The Cyclist
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Brighton
  • Ibis Brighton City Centre
  • My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Brighton
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Southern and Thameslink services
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelters are available on the platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Subway
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
Dining
Dining
  • Domino's Pizza
  • Salt and Charcoal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Travelodge Brighton
  • ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
  • Jurys Inn Brighton
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
Public transport options for London Road (Brighton)
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Southern services

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