The cheapest and fastest trains from Gravesend to Brighton
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gravesend to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gravesend to Brighton will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gravesend for Brighton on Fri, Mar 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 27 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Fri, Mar 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.


Live departures
Gravesend to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Gravesend to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Thursday, March 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:11 AM Gravesend | 2h02 | 8:13 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Gravesend to Brighton by bus or train
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Why should you book Gravesend to Brighton trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Gatwick Express or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Gravesend to Brighton.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Raileurope or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Gatwick Express or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Gravesend to Brighton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Gravesend to Brighton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gravesend to Brighton
Trains from Gravesend to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €55 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €55 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 23:03 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southeastern from Gravesend to Brighton trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express, Southeastern trains will get you between Gravesend and Brighton from €55. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Gravesend to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend 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
Popular train stations from Gravesend to Brighton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 0 & 2- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: platform 0&2- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 0 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: both sides of station
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Clive Road
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Domino's Pizza
- Salt and Charcoal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Travelodge Brighton
- ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern services
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- 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: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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