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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Brighton station (BTN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 36 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.
20:150h33London Gatwick Airport20:48Brighton station (BTN)£81One-way0 changes- 11:150h33London Gatwick Airport11:48Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes
- 16:450h36London Gatwick Airport17:21Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes
- 8:050h38London Gatwick Airport8:43Brighton station (BTN)£131One-way0 changes
- 17:150h36London Gatwick Airport17:51Brighton station (BTN)£131One-way0 changes
19:050h28London Gatwick Airport19:33Brighton station (BTN)£151One-way0 changes- 20:150h33London Gatwick Airport20:48Brighton station (BTN)£81One-way0 changes
- 11:150h33London Gatwick Airport11:48Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes
- 17:150h36London Gatwick Airport17:51Brighton station (BTN)£131One-way0 changes
- 16:450h36London Gatwick Airport17:21Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 37 km
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:05 London Gatwick Airport | 0h38 | 8:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:15 London Gatwick Airport | 0h33 | 11:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) by train or coach
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Gatwick Express or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Raileurope or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Gatwick Express or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 28m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Brighton station (BTN) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport and Brighton station (BTN)
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
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