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Gatwick Airport to Brighton train route details

First train
First train
00:05
Last train
Last train
23:55
Departure station
Departure station
Gatwick Airport
Arrival city
Arrival city
Brighton
Journey time
Journey time
26m
Distance
Distance
37 km
Price
Price
S$ 14.38*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern

What are the next train times from Gatwick Airport to Brighton?

Check all Gatwick Airport to Brighton journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
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20:45
33m, Direct
Gatwick Airport
21:18
Brighton
Thameslink
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20:50
49m, 1 change
Gatwick Airport
21:39
Brighton
Southern
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20:57
59m, 1 change
Gatwick Airport
21:56
London Road (Brighton)
Southern
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21:01
26m, Direct
Gatwick Airport
21:27
Brighton
Gatwick Express
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21:05
38m, Direct
Gatwick Airport
21:43
Brighton
Thameslink
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21:20
49m, 1 change
Gatwick Airport
22:09
Paris
Southern
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Explore the cheapest prices to Brighton from Gatwick Airport this week

Ticket prices for Gatwick Airport to Brighton typically cost around S$ 14.38, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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Tue21Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 17.98
22:2623:26
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S$ 17.98
Wed22Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 20.68
04:5805:33
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S$ 20.68
Thu23Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 21.52
13:0513:43
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S$ 21.52
Fri24Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 17.98
06:1807:26
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S$ 17.98
Sat25Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 14.38
06:3307:22
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S$ 14.38
Sun26Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 20.68
08:3509:13
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S$ 20.68
Mon27Jul
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How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Brighton

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Gatwick Airport and Brighton on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

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