The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) 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 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 trains that leave Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) for Brighton station (BTN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:58 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 2h22 | 10:20 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:58 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 2h23 | 11:21 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Brighton station (BTN)
Trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:58, the last at 08:58. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 07:58 |
Last train 08:58 |
Train companies: Southern from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsSouthern trains will get you between Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) and Brighton station (BTN) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Brighton station (BTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) 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 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) and Brighton station (BTN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
- 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
