The cheapest and fastest trains from Ford station (FOD) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ford station (FOD) 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 Ford station (FOD) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ford station (FOD) for Brighton station (BTN) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.


Live departures
Ford station (FOD) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ford station (FOD) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 17 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:46 Ford station (FOD) | 1h04 | 07:50 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ford station (FOD) to Brighton station (BTN)
Trains from Ford station (FOD) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 08:46. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 39m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 04:07 |
Last train 08:46 |
Train companies: Southern from Ford station (FOD) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsSouthern trains will get you between Ford station (FOD) and Brighton station (BTN) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ford station (FOD) to Brighton station (BTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ford station (FOD) 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 Ford station (FOD) and Brighton station (BTN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:05 Saturday 06:30 - 13:05 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Short steep ramps to platforms. Interchange between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is at the station 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: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on both platforms
- Storage location: Platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
