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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
39
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 £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 39 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Brighton station (BTN) every day 34 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 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.
G26406 · G8861212:220h43Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:05Brighton station (BTN)£71One-way1 change
W4540810:150h33Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:48Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes- W4552010:050h38Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:43Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes
- W4548910:450h33Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:18Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes
- W4552310:350h38Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:13Brighton station (BTN)£91One-way0 changes
G772798:310h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:57Brighton station (BTN)£151One-way0 changes- G7730310:010h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:27Brighton station (BTN)£101One-way0 changes
- G772879:010h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:27Brighton station (BTN)£151One-way0 changes
- G7731110:310h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:57Brighton station (BTN)£101One-way0 changes
- G7732711:310h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:57Brighton station (BTN)£101One-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 £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. 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: 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, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
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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 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:58, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 31m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 3:58 |
Last train 23:50 |
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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 £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: 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)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Brighton station (BTN) trains use the London Bridge to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Brighton station (BTN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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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