The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Canterbury West (CBW) for Brighton station (BTN) 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 99 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 99 km
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2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:24 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3h15 | 07:39 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN)
Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 18:23. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 18:23 |
Train companies: Southern, Southeastern, Thameslink from Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsSouthern, Southeastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Canterbury West (CBW) and Brighton station (BTN) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) to Brighton station (BTN) 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 station (BTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury West (CBW) and Brighton station (BTN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
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