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C82257+P66374+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale
9:402h43
Brighton station (BTN)
12:23Stansted Airport (SSD)
£751One-way
2 changes
W45750+P66325+C37582
8:282h42
Brighton station (BTN)
11:10Stansted Airport (SSD)
£751One-way
2 changes
W45742+P66362+Tube from Finsbury Park to Tottenham Hale
9:222h33
Brighton station (BTN)
11:55Stansted Airport (SSD)
£751One-way
2 changes
C82253+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale+P66340
8:402h43
Brighton station (BTN)
11:23Stansted Airport (SSD)
£751One-way
2 changes
W45762+P66356+C37620
8:582h39
Brighton station (BTN)
11:37Stansted Airport (SSD)
£751One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Brighton to Stansted

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £33.

Distance: 121 km

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Train	Most popular Coach
£66 Average Price	£30 Average Price Cheapest
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Brighton to Stansted train times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Stansted trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
W45750+C37582+P66325	8:28 Brighton station (BTN)	2h42	11:10 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
C82253+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale+P66340	8:40 Brighton station (BTN)	2h43	11:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
W45762+C37620+P66356	8:58 Brighton station (BTN)	2h39	11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
W45742+Tube from Finsbury Park to Tottenham Hale+P66362	9:22 Brighton station (BTN)	2h33	11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
W45757+C37659+P66368	9:28 Brighton station (BTN)	2h42	12:10 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
C82257+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale+P66374	9:40 Brighton station (BTN)	2h43	12:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)	2 changes
This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Brighton to Stansted trains with Omio?

Thameslink operates all trains services from Brighton to Stansted.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to Stansted.

Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?

Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton to Stansted.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Stansted.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Brighton to Stansted?

The best time to book your train from Brighton to Stansted is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Brighton to Stansted route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Brighton to Stansted per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Brighton to Stansted.

Trains

from £63

Coaches

from £28

Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Stansted

United Kingdom

Trains from Brighton to Stansted run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 2h 28m.

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 £22

Distance

121 km

Average train duration

2h 10m

Cheapest ticket price

£33

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 28m

First train

0:02

Last train

23:30

Cheapest Month

Aug

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £22

Train companies: Thameslink from Brighton to Stansted trainsThameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Stansted from £22. 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

2h 39m

Cheapest Price

£33

Thameslink frequency

5 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

Learn more about Thameslink

FAQs: Brighton to Stansted train

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

The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Stansted can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £66.

The train journey from Brighton to Stansted covers a distance of 121 km and takes approximately 2h 28m. Trains run 7 per day.

The train distance from Brighton to Stansted is 121 km.

The first train from Brighton to Stansted leaves at 0:02.

The last train from Brighton to Stansted departs at 23:30.

Trains from Brighton to Stansted run approximately 7 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Stansted.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Stansted.

To get from Brighton to Stansted, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

There is no night train service from Brighton to Stansted.

The train station in Brighton that goes to Stansted is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Stansted Airport (SSD).

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Stansted is by coach, costing approximately £22.

Booking trains from Brighton to Stansted in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Brighton to Stansted offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the South Downs and the English countryside, but it is not typically considered one of the UK's most scenic routes.

A day trip from Brighton to Stansted is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 28m. Trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 121 km.

Stansted is primarily a transport hub, so a visit typically requires a day or less, mainly for transit purposes. If exploring nearby attractions, consider extending your stay to a couple of days.

Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Stansted.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Stansted

Most Brighton to Stansted trains use the Brighton to Stansted Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Stansted train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Brighton

Arrival train stations in Stansted

Which Brighton station do trains to Stansted leave from?

Trains from Brighton to Stansted leave from Brighton. The station is from Brighton city centre at Brighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom.

BrightonBrighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom+44 345 127 2920 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre

Bus37, 52 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~6 min

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.

More about Brighton

HoveHove station, Goldstone Villas, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3RU Shopping

City-centre transport

Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre

Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBrighton - Southampton Central, Brighton - Chichester, Brighton - Portsmouth & Southsea, Brighton - West Worthing, Brighton - Hove, Brighton - Angmering, Brighton - Portsmouth Harbour, Brighton - Bognor Regis, Brighton - Worthing, London Victoria - Worthing, Brighton - Havant, Brighton - Littlehampton, Brighton - London Victoria, Brighton - Haywards Heath, Brighton - Barnham · 3m · £0.90 · every ~8 min

Bus7, 3X, N7 · 12m · £2 · every ~40 min

47, 52 · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min

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.