First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£46
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£49
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
2 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
2 h 5 m
Trains on 15 Sept
6
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hatfield to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hatfield to Brighton will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Hatfield to Brighton you need to make at least one change.
G28293 · W45523
W45489+
C18494
G28289 · W45524
G28291 · W45520
W45391+
C18527
W45391+
C18527
W45408+
C18656
W45489+
C18494
G28293 · W45523
G28289 · W45524Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hatfield to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £37, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 104 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 50m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 47m by train vs 1h 53m by car). Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £21 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.
The table below shows live departures for Hatfield to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G28289 · W45524 | 8:05 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2h08 | 10:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
W45391+ C18527 | 8:15 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2h03 | 10:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
G28291 · W45520 | 8:35 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2h08 | 10:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
W45408+ C18656 | 8:45 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2h03 | 10:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
G28293 · W45523 | 9:05 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2h08 | 11:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
W45489+ C18494 | 9:15 Hatfield station (HAT) | 2h03 | 11:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Hatfield to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 104 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Contemporary art gallery in the Royal Pavilion Garden, showing major exhibitions in a restored historic building.
Museum inside the Royal Pavilion Estate covering local history, fashion, decorative art and changing exhibitions.
Seafront gallery dedicated to photography and contemporary visual culture, with changing exhibitions and events.
Narrow historic lanes filled with independent shops and characterful passages, ideal for a classic Brighton wander.
Bohemian shopping district known for street art, vintage stores, market atmosphere and a strong local feel.
Large central green space with formal gardens, open lawns, playgrounds and easy access from the station and seafront.
Fresh herring traditionally smoked over oak, a Sussex speciality long linked to the old fishing trade around Brighton and nearby coastal towns.
Classic British fish and chips made with fresh local catch and chips by the seaside; a staple meal closely tied to Brighton’s coastal identity.
A long-standing Brighton favourite: dry-cured pork sausages, usually grilled or fried, known locally through the city’s famous sausage makers.
Elegant restaurant serving seasonal British tasting menus in a refined but welcoming setting close to the seafront.
Lively modern Indian restaurant in The Lanes, known for creative small plates, bold flavours and a stylish atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fish, oysters and classic British dishes in a polished room near the city centre.
Moderate for a UK seaside city. Hotels and dining are pricier than many British towns, but buses, casual eats and supermarket options help keep daily costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hatfield to Brighton 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hatfield to Brighton trains use the Hatfield to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Moulsecoomb. Use this guide to compare Hatfield and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hatfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hatfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Hatfield. ATMs are available at Hatfield.
Ticket office support is available at Hatfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hatfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hatfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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.
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 options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Moulsecoomb is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Moulsecoomb has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Moulsecoomb.
ATMs are available at Moulsecoomb.
Available at Moulsecoomb: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulsecoomb.
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