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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN)
Showing times and prices for 29 May
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
124
Distance
36 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Fast trains
Of the 124 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Brighton station (BTN) every day 110 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 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.
G26423 · G8864114:520h43Gatwick Airport (GTW)15:35Brighton station (BTN)£111One-way1 change- G26473 · G8869921:500h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)22:39Brighton station (BTN)£111One-way1 change
- C8230222:560h39Gatwick Airport (GTW)23:35Brighton station (BTN)£111One-way0 changes
- G26469 · G8869521:200h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)22:09Brighton station (BTN)£111One-way1 change
G282688:450h33Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:18Brighton station (BTN)£131One-way0 changes
G772798:310h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:57Brighton 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
- G7730310:010h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:27Brighton station (BTN)£151One-way0 changes
- G7731110:310h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:57Brighton station (BTN)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.
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 today, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | On time 22:45 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 23:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82302 | On time 22:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 23:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77332 | On time 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 | |
| G26367_G88195 | 23:27 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h34 | 0:01 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82306 | On time 23:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 0:16 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77340 | On time 23:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 0:09 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45568 | 23:52 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h37 | 0:29 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45389 | On time 23:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 0:32 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| G88199 | 0:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h28 | 0:37 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82310 | 0:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h32 | 0:54 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02770 | 0:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h40 | 1:06 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88186 | On time 0:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h32 | 1:16 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45582 | 0:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h35 | 1:24 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45567 | 1:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h30 | 2:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| W45556 | 15:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 16:13 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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) | 0h38 | 22:13 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. 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 |
Cheapest 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 cost of a train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The train journey from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) covers a distance of 36 km and takes approximately 30m. Trains run 7 per day.
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).
The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
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, a day trip from Gatwick Airport to Brighton is feasible. The journey takes 30m and covers 36 km. Trains run frequently, with a frequency of 6 per day.
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)
London
Brighton
The major train station for departures in London is Gatwick Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gatwick Airport for your trip from London to Brighton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
Dining
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Car Rental
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
Information Desk
- Located inside the main terminal.
Public transport options for Gatwick Airport
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
Dining
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Car Rental
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
Information Desk
- Located inside the main terminal.
Public transport options for Gatwick Airport
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
The major train station for arrivals in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your journey to Brighton from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Brighton
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
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