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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Brighton
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Brighton will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to Brighton you need to make at least 2 changes.
P66222+
W45430+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon9:112h37Stansted Airport (SSD)11:48Brighton station (BTN)£751One-way2 changes
G77327+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+P029149:282h29Stansted Airport (SSD)11:57Brighton station (BTN)£751One-way2 changes- G77319+P66211+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria8:552h32Stansted Airport (SSD)11:27Brighton station (BTN)£771One-way2 changes
- G77311+P66187+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria8:252h32Stansted Airport (SSD)10:57Brighton station (BTN)£771One-way2 changes
- P66199+W45489+Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon8:412h37Stansted Airport (SSD)11:18Brighton station (BTN)£771One-way2 changes
- G77327+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+P029149:282h29Stansted Airport (SSD)11:57Brighton station (BTN)£751One-way2 changes
- G77319+P66211+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria8:552h32Stansted Airport (SSD)11:27Brighton station (BTN)£771One-way2 changes
- G77311+P66187+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria8:252h32Stansted Airport (SSD)10:57Brighton station (BTN)£771One-way2 changes
- P66222+W45430+Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon9:112h37Stansted Airport (SSD)11:48Brighton station (BTN)£751One-way2 changes
- P66199+W45489+Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon8:412h37Stansted Airport (SSD)11:18Brighton station (BTN)£771One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Stansted Airport to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 121 km
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3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Brighton trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P66175+Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon+W45408 | 8:09 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h39 | 10:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
P66175+Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall+ G26392+G77311 | 8:09 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h48 | 10:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 4 changes | |
| P66187+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+G77311 | 8:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h32 | 10:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| P66199+Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon+W45489 | 8:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h37 | 11:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| P66199+Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall+G26395+G77319 | 8:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h46 | 11:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 4 changes | |
| P66211+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+G77319 | 8:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h32 | 11:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| P66222+Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon+W45430 | 9:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h37 | 11:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| P02914+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+G77327 | 9:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h29 | 11:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| P66363+Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon+W45399 | 12:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h37 | 14:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| P66369+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+G77368 | 12:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h29 | 14:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| P66375+Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon+W45491 | On time 12:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h35 | 15:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| P66381+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+G77370 | 12:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h29 | 15:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| P66387+Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon+W45431 | 13:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h37 | 15:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| P66393+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Victoria+G77372 | 13:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h29 | 15:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Brighton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 20:43. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 7:09 |
Last train 20:43 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern from London Stansted Airport to Brighton trainsGatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Brighton from £21. 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 Stansted Airport to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Brighton
Most London Stansted Airport to Brighton trains use the London Bridge to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
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.
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 Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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