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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 47 m
Trains on 18 Sept
38
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) 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 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 38 trains from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
W455844:042h06Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)6:10Brighton station (BTN)£361One-way0 changes- C10084 · W4547312:311h47Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)14:18Brighton station (BTN)£361One-way1 change
- C10083 · W4548211:311h47Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)13:18Brighton station (BTN)£361One-way1 change
- C09954 · W4543612:011h47Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)13:48Brighton station (BTN)£361One-way1 change
- C22630 · W4555112:161h57Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)14:13Brighton station (BTN)£361One-way1 change
- C10094 · W454686:311h47Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)8:18Brighton station (BTN)£411One-way1 change
- C09998 · W453918:311h47Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)10:18Brighton station (BTN)£411One-way1 change
- C10084 · W4547312:311h47Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)14:18Brighton station (BTN)£361One-way1 change
- C10083 · W4548211:311h47Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)13:18Brighton station (BTN)£361One-way1 change
- C09954 · W4543612:011h47Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)13:48Brighton station (BTN)£361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN):
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN) costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Brighton station (BTN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 11m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (1h 44m by train vs 2h 5m by car). Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:31 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h47 | 11:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:16 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h57 | 13:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| W45584 | On time 4:04 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 2h06 | 6:10 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C22613 · W32981 | 4:45 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h58 | 6:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| C22620 · W45560 | 5:15 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h58 | 7:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| C22625 · W45537 | 5:45 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h58 | 7:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| C09964 · W45412 | 5:56 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h52 | 7:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| C22601 · W45532 | 6:20 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h53 | 8:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| C10094 · W45468 | 6:31 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h47 | 8:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| C22594 · W45418 | 6:54 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h49 | 8:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| C10082 · W45524 | 8:24 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h49 | 10:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| C09998 · W45391 | 8:31 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h47 | 10:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
C10019 · W32958+ G77303+ C82800 | 8:39 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h48 | 10:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
| C10096 · W45520 | 8:54 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 1h49 | 10:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:31, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 7:31 |
Last train 19:46 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Thameslink from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsThameslink trains will get you between Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) and Brighton station (BTN) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) 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 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) and Brighton station (BTN)
Most Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) to Brighton station (BTN) trains use the Elstree & Borehamwood to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) and Brighton station (BTN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Elstree & Borehamwood from Borehamwood city centre
Elstree & Borehamwood train station facilities and services
Elstree & Borehamwood has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Elstree & Borehamwood.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Elstree & Borehamwood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Elstree & Borehamwood.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Elstree & Borehamwood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Elstree & Borehamwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elstree & Borehamwood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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 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.
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