7:201h35Hove (HOV)8:55London Kings Cross (KGX)£431One-way0 changes
8:201h38Hove (HOV)9:58London Kings Cross (KGX)£441One-way0 changes
7:201h35Hove (HOV)8:55London Kings Cross (KGX)£431One-way0 changes
8:201h38Hove (HOV)9:58London Kings Cross (KGX)£441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 78 km
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1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train or coach
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Why should you book Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Southern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:20, the last at 17:50. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 7:20 |
Last train 17:50 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Hove (HOV) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hove (HOV) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Hove (HOV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Brighton to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Hove (HOV) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: 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 the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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: 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 London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.

