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10:571h46St Albans12:43Brighton£171One-way0 changes- 9:431h44St Albans11:27Brighton£411One-way0 changes
- 9:431h44St Albans11:27Brighton£411One-way0 changes
- 10:571h46St Albans12:43Brighton£171One-way0 changes
Live departures
St Albans to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Brighton trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45544 · W45401 | On time 8:03 St Albans City (SAC) | 1h45 | 9:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
C22635 · W45520+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Bridge | On time 8:07 St Albans City (SAC) | 2h36 | 10:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
C10082+ G77303+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria | On time 8:15 St Albans City (SAC) | 2h12 | 10:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| C09998 · W45408+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Bridge | On time 8:22 St Albans City (SAC) | 2h26 | 10:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| W45524 | On time 8:27 St Albans City (SAC) | 1h46 | 10:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C22612 · W45523+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Bridge | On time 8:37 St Albans City (SAC) | 2h36 | 11:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans to Brighton
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Trains from St Albans to Brighton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from St Albans to Brighton trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between St Albans and Brighton from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from St Albans to Brighton
Travelling by train between the cities of St Albans and Brighton is easy thanks to the extensive service provided by Thameslink. Trains connect both cities, taking 2 hours on average. Some trains require an underground transfer when reaching London, and others involve changing trains at Gatwick Airport or East Croydon. The first train departs St Albans at 3:19 a.m. and services continue with twice-hourly departures until 11 :00 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from St Albans to Brighton?
Departure Station: Trains from St Albans to Brighton depart from St Albans City, located at the lower end of Victoria Street and about half a mile from the town centre and the cathedral. Buses 84, S1, 300, and 305 leave from Station Way and may be handy for those who prefer not to walk to the city centre.
Arrival Station: Trains from St Albans to Brighton arrive at Brighton Train Station, a large transportation hub situated 1.2 miles north of the waterfront. Bus number 7 leaves from Trafalgar Square, travelling along the city centre down to Brighton beach.
FAQs: St Albans to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans 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 St Albans and Brighton
Most St Albans to Brighton trains use the St Albans City to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare St Albans and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Albans station do trains to Brighton leave from?
St Albans City train station facilities and services
St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: 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 the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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 St Albans Abbey from St Albans city centre
St Albans Abbey train station facilities and services
St Albans Abbey has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans Abbey.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans Abbey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans Abbey: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans Abbey: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Brighton station do trains from St Albans arrive at?
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 Moulsecoomb from Brighton city centre
Moulsecoomb is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Moulsecoomb train station facilities and services
Moulsecoomb has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moulsecoomb.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Moulsecoomb.
Bike and car services
Available at Moulsecoomb: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulsecoomb.
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