The cheapest and fastest trains from Burgess Hill to Brighton
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burgess Hill to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burgess Hill to Brighton will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 trains that leave Burgess Hill for Brighton 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 14 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
W329816:280h15Burgess Hill station (BUG)6:43Brighton station (BTN)£81One-way0 changes
W455756:120h14Burgess Hill station (BUG)6:26Brighton station (BTN)£81One-way0 changes
W455756:120h14Burgess Hill station (BUG)6:26Brighton station (BTN)£81One-way0 changes
W329816:280h15Burgess Hill station (BUG)6:43Brighton station (BTN)£81One-way0 changes
Live departures
Burgess Hill to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Burgess Hill to Brighton trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45574 | On time 16:59 Burgess Hill station (BUG) | 0h15 | 17:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45481 | On time 17:05 Burgess Hill station (BUG) | 0h16 | 17:21 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G26437 · G88658 | On time 17:10 Burgess Hill station (BUG) | 0h25 | 17:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
G77377 | On time 17:18 Burgess Hill station (BUG) | 0h17 | 17:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45416 | On time 17:29 Burgess Hill station (BUG) | 0h15 | 17:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45410 | On time 17:35 Burgess Hill station (BUG) | 0h16 | 17:51 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G26441 · G88662 | On time 17:40 Burgess Hill station (BUG) | 0h25 | 18:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burgess Hill to Brighton
Trains from Burgess Hill to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 11m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
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FAQs: Burgess Hill to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgess Hill to Brighton 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 Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burgess Hill and Brighton
Most Burgess Hill to Brighton trains use the Burgess Hill to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Burgess Hill and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Burgess Hill station do trains to Brighton leave from?
Getting to Burgess Hill from Burgess Hill city centre
Burgess Hill train station facilities and services
Burgess Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burgess Hill.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Burgess Hill. ATMs are available at Burgess Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burgess Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burgess Hill: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Burgess Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burgess Hill: 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. Step-free route between platforms via the street, steep in places (over 400m and gradient above 1:10). 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Wivelsfield from Burgess Hill city centre
Wivelsfield is 1 km from Burgess Hill city centre. Public transport options include:
Wivelsfield train station facilities and services
Wivelsfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wivelsfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wivelsfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wivelsfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wivelsfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to platform 2 (to Brighton/Lewes) via ramp accessed from Gordon Road. Steps only to platform 1 (to London). No step free access between platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is between the booking hall and the subway entrance, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Brighton station do trains from Burgess Hill arrive at?
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.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: 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. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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