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W4554616:050h38Gatwick Airport (GTW)16:43Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes- W4540616:150h33Gatwick Airport (GTW)16:48Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes
- W4557416:350h39Gatwick Airport (GTW)17:14Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes
G26434 · G8865416:220h43Gatwick Airport (GTW)17:05Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way1 change
G7737516:310h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)16:57Brighton station (BTN)£101One-way0 changes
- G270617:310h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)7:57Brighton station (BTN)£151One-way0 changes
- G772798:310h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:57Brighton station (BTN)£151One-way0 changes
- G7731622:010h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)22:27Brighton station (BTN)£151One-way0 changes
- G772879:010h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:27Brighton station (BTN)£151One-way0 changes
- G772959:310h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:57Brighton station (BTN)£151One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN)
The cheapest option from Gatwick Airport to Brighton is coach, with an average price of £9. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport to Brighton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 36 km
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45577 | 4:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h35 | 5:33 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45584 | 5:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 6:10 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77238 | 5:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h27 | 6:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45575 | 5:51 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h35 | 6:26 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32981 | 6:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 6:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77250 | 6:33 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h27 | 7:00 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45560 | 6:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 7:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45471 | 6:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 7:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77258 | 7:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h29 | 7:30 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45537 | 7:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 7:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45412 | 7:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 7:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G27061 | 7:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 7:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45532 | 7:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 8:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45468 | 7:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 8:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77274 | 8:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h29 | 8:30 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45418 | 8:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 8:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45427 | 8:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 8:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77279 | 8:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 8:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45522 | 8:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 9:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G28268 | 8:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 9:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77287 | 9:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 9:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45542 | 9:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 9:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45401 | 9:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 9:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77295 | 9:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 9:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45524 | 9:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 10:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45391 | 9:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 10:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77303 | 10:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 10:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45520 | 10:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 10:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45408 | 10:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 10:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26392 · G88588 | 10:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 11:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77311 | 10:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 10:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45523 | 10:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 11:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45489 | 10:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 11:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26395 · G88594 | 10:52 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 11:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77319 | 11:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 11:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45525 | 11:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 11:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45430 | 11:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 11:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26399 · G88600 | 11:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 12:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77327 | 11:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 11:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45545 | 11:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 12:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45472 | 11:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 12:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26402 · G88606 | 11:52 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 12:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77335 | 12:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 12:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32982 | 12:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 12:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45402 | 12:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 12:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26406 · G88612 | 12:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 13:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77344 | 12:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h27 | 12:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32976 | 12:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 13:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45482 | 12:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 13:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26409 · G88618 | 12:52 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 13:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77350 | 13:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 13:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45569 | 13:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 13:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45436 | 13:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 13:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26413 · G88624 | 13:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h44 | 14:06 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77356 | 13:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 13:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45551 | 13:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 14:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45473 | 13:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 14:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26416 · G88629 | 13:52 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 14:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77362 | 14:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 14:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45558 | 14:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h37 | 14:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45399 | 14:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 14:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26420 · G88635 | 14:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 15:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77368 | 14:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 14:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45561 | 14:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 15:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45491 | 14:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 15:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26423 · G88641 | 14:52 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 15:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77370 | 15:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 15:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45554 | 15:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 15:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45431 | 15:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 15:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26427 · G88646 | 15:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h44 | 16:06 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77372 | 15:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 15:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77374 | 16:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 16:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45546 | 16:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 16:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45406 | 16:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 16:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26434 · G88654 | 16:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 17:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77375 | 16:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 16:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45574 | 16:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 17:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45481 | 16:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 17:21 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77377 | 17:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h34 | 17:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45416 | 17:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 17:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45410 | 17:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 17:51 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77243 | 17:29 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h35 | 18:04 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45576 | 17:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 18:15 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45480 | 17:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 18:21 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77252 | 17:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 18:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45570 | 18:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 18:45 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45411 | 18:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 18:51 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77260 | 18:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 19:04 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45562 | 18:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 19:15 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45386 | 18:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 19:21 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77268 | 19:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 19:34 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45598 | 19:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 19:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45409 | 19:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 19:51 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77276 | 19:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 20:04 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45579 | 19:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 20:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45485 | 19:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 20:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26458 · G88682 | 19:50 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h45 | 20:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77284 | 20:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 20:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45593 | 20:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 20:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45407 | 20:15 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 20:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77292 | 20:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 20:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45563 | 20:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 21:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45483 | 20:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 21:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26464 · G88691 | 20:50 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h49 | 21:39 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77300 | 21:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 21:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45595 | 21:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 21:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26469 · G88695 | 21:20 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h49 | 22:09 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77308 | 21:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 21:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45591 | 21:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 22:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45492 | 21:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 22:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26473 · G88699 | 21:50 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h49 | 22:39 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G77316 | 22:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 22:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45581 | 22:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 22:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77324 | 22:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h29 | 23:00 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45587 | 22:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 23:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45392 | 22:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 23:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82302 | 22:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 23:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77332 | 23:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 23:32 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45585 | 23:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 23:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82306 | 23:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h40 | 0:06 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77340 | 23:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 23:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45568 | 23:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 0:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45389 | 23:50 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h34 | 0:24 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88199 · G27933 | 23:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 0:33 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
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Thameslink as well as Gatwick Express, Southern, Southern and more offer trains services from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Gatwick Airport to Brighton, including 6 direct trains, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:56, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 30m.
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 £4
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Lowest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 0:56 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 £4
Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Brighton station (BTN) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£9
Southern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
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
30m
Cheapest Price
£6
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
Gatwick Express
About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
26m
Cheapest Price
£19
Gatwick Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.
FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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.
The train distance from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) is 36 km.
The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) leaves at 0:56.
The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) departs at 23:35.
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN).
Yes, there is a direct train between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Brighton station (BTN). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern, Southern.
To get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN).
Booking trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Gatwick Airport to Brighton offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, passing through rolling hills and picturesque towns, though it is not considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
Yes, you can take the train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN).
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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Brighton station (BTN)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) trains use the London Bridge to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Brighton station (BTN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Brighton
Gatwick AirportGatwick Railway Station, Gatwick Airport, Crawley, RH6 0RD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Gatwick Airport from London city centre
TrainLondon Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Arundel, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - Barnham · 33m · £22 · every ~12 min
London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Barnham, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Arundel · 33m · £22 · every ~12 min
Bedford - Brighton, Bedford - Three Bridges, Cambridge - Brighton, Bedford - Horsham, Bedford - Gatwick Airport, Peterborough - Horsham, Luton - Gatwick Airport, Luton - Three Bridges, West Hampstead Thameslink - Three Bridges, West Hampstead Thameslink - Brighton, West Hampstead Thameslink - Gatwick Airport, West Hampstead Thameslink - Horsham, Luton - Brighton, Cambridge - Three Bridges, Bedford - Haywards Heath, Luton - Horsham, Finsbury Park - Brighton, Finsbury Park - Horsham, Royston - Brighton, Flitwick - Brighton · 34m · £18 · every ~17 min
Bus025, A2 · 2h 15m · £13 · every ~5 min
025, A2 · 2h 15m · £13 · every ~5 min
Gatwick Airport train station facilities and services
Gatwick Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Costa Coffee, KFC, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside the station as well as on concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located inside the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gatwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gatwick Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gatwick Airport: Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Gatwick Airport, Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central, Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal).
BrightonBrighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom+44 345 127 2920
City-centre transport
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Bus37, 52 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
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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