The cheapest and fastest trains from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) 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 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 5 trains that leave West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) for Brighton station (BTN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 80 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£31 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W59522 | On time 09:39 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) | 1h34 | 11:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G83914 · G84471 | On time 09:47 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) | 1h31 | 11:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
W57656 · W59422+ W60236+ P25937 | On time 09:51 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) | 1h36 | 11:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
W59526 | On time 10:09 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) | 1h34 | 11:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G83920 · G84476 | On time 10:17 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) | 1h31 | 11:48 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
W59530 | On time 10:39 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) | 1h34 | 12:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
![]() | 03:20 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) | 1h50 | 05:10 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Brighton station (BTN)
Trains from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 15:42. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 15:42 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) and Brighton station (BTN) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Brighton station (BTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) and Brighton station (BTN)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- The Wet Fish Cafe
- The Black Lion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- The Langorf Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express London - Swiss Cottage
- Quality Hotel Hampstead
- Located near the main entrance
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- London Underground: Jubilee Line at West Hampstead station
- Overground: West Hampstead Overground station nearby
- 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
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