The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Gravesend
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Gravesend 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 Gravesend 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 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
15:441h57Brighton17:41Gravesend£491One-way0 changes
15:441h57Brighton17:41Gravesend£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to Gravesend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Gravesend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 77 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£49 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Gravesend train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Gravesend trains for tomorrow, Thursday 30 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:44 Brighton | 1h57 | 17:41 Gravesend | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Gravesend.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Gravesend
Trains from Brighton to Gravesend run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 22:56 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Brighton to Gravesend trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Brighton and Gravesend from £11. 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 Gravesend train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Gravesend 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 Gravesend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Gravesend
Most Brighton to Gravesend trains use the Brighton to Gravesend station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Gravesend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Gravesend 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 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 Gravesend station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to Gravesend from Gravesend city centre
Gravesend train station facilities and services
Gravesend has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gravesend.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gravesend. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gravesend: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gravesend: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gravesend: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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