Royston to Brighton train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Royston to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 10 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

136 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Royston to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Royston to Brighton will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Royston for Brighton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.

Thameslink
10:432h10
Royston
12:53Brighton
£251One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Royston to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royston to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £24.

Distance: 136 km

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Coach

£32

Average Price

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 41m

Average total duration

4h 11m

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30m

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Live departures

Royston to Brighton train times

The table below shows live departures for Royston to Brighton trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:38
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink07:08 Royston
2h10
09:18 Brighton0 changesdirect
thameslink07:38 Royston
2h10
09:48 Brighton0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Royston to Brighton

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Trains from Royston to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance
136 km
Average train duration
2h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
2h 10m
First train
00:02
Last train
22:16
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10

Train companies: Thameslink from Royston to Brighton trainsThameslink trains will get you between Royston and Brighton from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£24
Thameslink frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Learn more about Thameslink

FAQs: Royston to Brighton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royston 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.

FAQs
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Brighton's main attractions, enjoy its vibrant culture, and relax by the seaside.
In Brighton, you can explore the vibrant street art scene with guided tours, visit the British Airways i360 for panoramic views, enjoy performances at the Brighton Dome, and take a scenic walk along the Undercliff Walk. Experience the nightlife in lively bars and clubs. Best sights include the exotic Royal Pavilion, historic Brighton Pier, popular Brighton Beach, charming Lanes, and the Brighton Museum & Art Gallery.
A day trip from Royston to Brighton may not be feasible due to the travel duration of 2h 10m. However, there are 5 trains per day covering a distance of 136 km.
The train journey from Royston to Brighton offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the South Downs National Park and the English countryside as you approach Brighton.
Booking trains from Royston to Brighton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Royston and Brighton. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To get from Royston to Brighton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Royston to Brighton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £32.
The train distance from Royston to Brighton is 136 km.
The cheapest way to get from Royston to Brighton is by coach, costing approximately £10.
The train station in Royston that goes to Brighton is Royston station (RYS), and it arrives at Brighton station (BTN).
The train journey from Royston to Brighton covers a distance of 136 km and takes approximately 2h 10m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Royston to Brighton leaves at 0:02.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Royston to Brighton.
The last train from Royston to Brighton departs at 22:16.
Yes, you can take the train from Royston to Brighton.
Trains from Royston to Brighton run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Royston to Brighton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Royston and Brighton

Royston
Brighton
The major train station for departures in Royston is Royston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Royston for your trip from Royston to Brighton.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
address
Address
Royston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 09:15 - 17:30 Sunday Closed
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent in Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. 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 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 station entrance and car park / Platform 2 car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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