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Royal Pavilion
Museum in a former royal residence, known for decorated interiors and displays on palace life and Regency Brighton.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Portslade is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Portslade will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 6 trains from Brighton to Portslade, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 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.
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Take a train from Brighton to Portslade and enjoy the approximately 5 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:58.
Distance 5 km |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Brighton to Portslade.
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Portslade trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G26664 | 8:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h07 | 8:20 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G26982 | 8:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h07 | 8:35 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G88585 | 8:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h07 | 8:50 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G27950 | 8:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h09 | 9:07 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G88591 | 9:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h07 | 9:20 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G26985 | 9:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0h07 | 9:35 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum in a former royal residence, known for decorated interiors and displays on palace life and Regency Brighton.
Independent museum and gallery with visual art, live events, and local heritage displays in nearby Hove.
Contemporary art gallery in Brighton with changing exhibitions by established and emerging artists.
Seafront park with open lawns, gardens, sports space, and direct beach access for easy coastal walks.
Large urban park with sports facilities, miniature railway, gardens, and broad paths popular with local walkers.
Historic village core with flint buildings, churchyard paths, and a quieter feel than the nearby seafront districts.
Smoked herring, usually grilled or kippered. Long linked to Sussex fishing communities and still a classic local breakfast or supper.
A Sussex pub staple of steak, kidney and rich gravy baked under pastry. Traditional comfort food found across the county.
A rich suet pudding with butter and a whole lemon inside. A historic Sussex dessert with a distinctive sweet-sharp flavour.
Popular neighbourhood Indian restaurant in Portslade, known for classic curries, friendly service and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Stylish Hove restaurant serving modern British dishes with seasonal ingredients in a polished but relaxed dining room.
Well-known pub near Portslade serving British mains, Sunday roasts and drinks in a traditional, welcoming setting.
Moderate for southern England. Rooms and meals cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual dining are still manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafés usually get small change, but it is optional.
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Portslade station -> Brighton station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Portslade 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 Portslade, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brighton to Portslade trains use the Brighton to Portslade station pair, with some services arriving at Fishersgate. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Portslade train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Aldrington is 3 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Aldrington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Aldrington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aldrington: Parking.
Available at Aldrington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Portslade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Station Cafe
Wi-Fi is available at Portslade.
Ticket office support is available at Portslade.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portslade: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Portslade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portslade: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). Assistance Meeting Point is 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, 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: No.
Fishersgate is 1 km from Portslade city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Fishersgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Station Cafe
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fishersgate: Parking.
Available at Fishersgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fishersgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via footbridge with steps, or long step-free route via street (700m). Platform has restricted width which may hinder use of train to platform ramps. Assistance Meeting Point is at the Help Point, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Check train stations information for Brighton and Portslade, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
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