Brighton to Whyteleafe train with Thameslink

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Compare train and coach for Brighton to Whyteleafe

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Whyteleafe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 53 km

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Whyteleafe

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Trains from Brighton to Whyteleafe run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 1h 16m.

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 £17
Distance
53 km
Average train duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 16m
First train
00:31
Last train
22:56
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 £17

Train companies: Thameslink from Brighton to Whyteleafe trainsThameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Whyteleafe from £17. 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 16m
Cheapest Price
£31
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

FAQs: Brighton to Whyteleafe train

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

FAQs
Visitors to Whyteleafe might find that one to two days is sufficient to explore the local attractions and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Brighton to Whyteleafe. The journey takes 1h 16m, covers 53 km, and there are 4 trains per day.
Booking trains from Brighton to Whyteleafe 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 Whyteleafe offers passengers views of the picturesque South Downs, charming countryside, and quaint villages, making it a relatively scenic route.
The train journey from Brighton to Whyteleafe covers a distance of 53 km and takes approximately 1h 16m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Whyteleafe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Whyteleafe is by coach, costing approximately £17.
The train distance from Brighton to Whyteleafe is 53 km.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Whyteleafe is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Upper Warlingham (UWL).
The first train from Brighton to Whyteleafe leaves at 0:31.
The last train from Brighton to Whyteleafe departs at 22:56.
Trains from Brighton to Whyteleafe run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Whyteleafe.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Whyteleafe.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Whyteleafe.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Whyteleafe.
To get from Brighton to Whyteleafe, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Whyteleafe

Brighton
Whyteleafe
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 Whyteleafe.
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
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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