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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN)
Showing times and prices for Aug 24
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
119
Distance
36 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Fast trains
Of the 119 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Brighton station (BTN) on Mon, Aug 24, 107 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 26 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.
G26469 · G886959:20 PM0h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:09 PMBrighton station (BTN)€101One-way1 transfer- G26473 · G886999:50 PM0h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:39 PMBrighton station (BTN)€101One-way1 transfer
- C82920 · W325599:56 PM1h03Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:59 PMBrighton station (BTN)€101One-way1 transfer
- G26413 · G886241:22 PM0h44Gatwick Airport (GTW)2:06 PMBrighton station (BTN)€121One-way1 transfer
- G26464 · G886918:50 PM0h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:39 PMBrighton station (BTN)€121One-way1 transfer
G772798:31 AM0h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:57 AMBrighton station (BTN)€171One-way0 transfers- G773703:01 PM0h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)3:27 PMBrighton station (BTN)€171One-way0 transfers
- G270617:31 AM0h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)7:57 AMBrighton station (BTN)€171One-way0 transfers
- G772879:01 AM0h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:27 AMBrighton station (BTN)€171One-way0 transfers
- G7730310:01 AM0h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:27 AMBrighton station (BTN)€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 36 km
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€13 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G26099 | Delayed 4:49 PM 5:34 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 5:21 PM 5:21 PMBrighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90923 | Delayed 4:50 PM 5:45 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 5:27 PM 5:27 PMBrighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26100 | 6:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 6:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90922 | On time 6:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 6:53 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45753 | On time 6:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h32 | 7:02 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26101 | 6:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 7:07 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90921 | On time 6:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 7:23 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26102 | 7:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 7:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90920 | On time 7:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 7:53 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45774 | 7:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h32 | 8:02 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26103 | 7:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 8:07 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90919 | 7:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 8:23 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26104 | 8:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 8:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90918 | 8:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 8:53 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45809 | 8:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h32 | 9:02 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26105 | 8:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 9:07 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90917 | 8:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 9:23 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82294 | On time 9:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 9:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90916 | On time 9:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 9:53 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45775 | 9:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h32 | 10:02 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26106 | 9:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 10:07 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90915 | On time 9:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 10:23 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26108 | 10:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h34 | 10:36 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90914 | On time 10:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 10:53 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45769 | 10:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h32 | 11:02 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26110 | 10:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h34 | 11:08 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90913 | On time 10:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 11:24 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26111 | 11:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h35 | 11:37 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90912 | On time 11:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h37 | 11:52 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45754 | On time 11:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 12:01 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90911 | On time 11:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 12:23 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
| C02769 | 12:18 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h37 | 12:55 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82330 | 12:23 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 12:59 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02560 | 12:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h35 | 1:24 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02558 | 1:58 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h30 | 2:28 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45577 | 4:58 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h35 | 5:33 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45584 | 5:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 6:10 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77238 | 5:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h27 | 6:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45575 | 5:51 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h35 | 6:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32981 | 6:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 6:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77250 | 6:33 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h27 | 7:00 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45560 | 6:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 7:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77258 | 7:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h29 | 7:30 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45537 | 7:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 7:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45412 | 7:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 7:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G27061 | 7:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 7:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45532 | 7:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 8:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45468 | 7:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 8:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77274 | 8:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h29 | 8:30 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45418 | 8:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 8:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45427 | 8:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 8:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77279 | 8:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 8:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45522 | 8:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 9:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G28268 | 8:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 9:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77287 | 9:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 9:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45542 | 9:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 9:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45401 | 9:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 9:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77295 | 9:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 9:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45524 | 9:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 10:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45391 | 9:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 10:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77303 | 10:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 10:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45520 | 10:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 10:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45408 | 10:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 10:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77311 | 10:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 10:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45523 | 10:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 11:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45489 | 10:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 11:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77319 | 11:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 11:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45525 | 11:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 11:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45430 | 11:15 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 11:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77327 | 11:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 11:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45545 | 11:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 12:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45472 | 11:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 12:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26402 · G88606 | 11:52 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 12:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
| G77335 | 12:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 12:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X90948 | 12:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 12:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26406 · G88612 | 12:22 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 1:05 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
| G77344 | 12:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h27 | 12:58 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32976 | 12:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 1:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45482 | 12:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 1:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26409 · G88618 | 12:52 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 1:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
| G77350 | 1:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 1:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45569 | 1:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 1:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26413 · G88624 | 1:22 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h44 | 2:06 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
| G77356 | 1:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 1:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45551 | 1:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 2:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45473 | 1:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 2:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26416 · G88629 | 1:52 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 2:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
| G77362 | 2:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 2:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45558 | 2:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h37 | 2:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45399 | 2:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 2:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77368 | 2:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 2:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45561 | 2:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 3:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45491 | 2:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 3:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26423 · G88641 | 2:52 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 3:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
| G77370 | 3:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 3:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45554 | 3:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 3:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45431 | 3:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 3:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77374 | 4:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 4:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45546 | 4:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 4:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45406 | 4:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 4:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77375 | 4:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 4:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45574 | 4:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 5:14 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45481 | 4:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 5:21 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77377 | 5:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h34 | 5:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45416 | 5:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 5:44 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45410 | 5:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 5:51 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77243 | 5:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h35 | 6:04 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45576 | 5:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h39 | 6:15 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X02706 | 5:45 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h36 | 6:21 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Thameslink as well as Gatwick Express, Southern, Southern and more offer trains services from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:58, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 31m.
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
Bus from €4
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 3:58 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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
Bus from €4
Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Brighton station (BTN) from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
€7
Southern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
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
31m
Cheapest Price
€7
Thameslink frequency
4 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
Gatwick Express
About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
26m
Cheapest Price
€21
Gatwick Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.
FAQs: Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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.
Cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) is €13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) is 31m to travel the 36 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) leaves at 3:58 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) leaves at 11:49 PM.
Yes,there are 6 direct trains a day from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) with Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern, Southern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN), you can count on Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern, Southern for the best way to get you to Brighton station (BTN). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Brighton station (BTN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Brighton station (BTN) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) is worth doing with a journey time of 31m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Brighton station (BTN) including taking a bus and train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Brighton station (BTN) trains use the London Bridge to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Brighton station (BTN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Brighton
BrightonBrighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom+44 345 127 2920
City-centre transport
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Bus37, 52 · 4m · €1 · every ~6 min
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.
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