Brighton Station

Brighton Station

Train travel to Brighton guide

Brighton Station is a major railway station located in the vibrant coastal city of Brighton, East Sussex, England. Known as one of the busiest stations in the South East, the station was originally opened in 1840 and has since become an iconic landmark in the city, helped in no small part by its impressive Victorian design, featuring a large arched roof and a spacious concourse.

The station provides frequent rail services operated by Southern, Thameslink, and Gatwick Express. Key destinations accessible from Brighton Station include London Victoria, London Bridge, St Pancras International, and Bedford, providing excellent connectivity to central London and beyond. Additionally, Brighton Station serves as a gateway to the scenic South Coast, with direct services to destinations such as Portsmouth, Southampton, and Hastings.

Brighton is a lively and diverse city known for its vibrant cultural scene, beautiful seafront, and historic landmarks. Notable attractions include the iconic Brighton Pier, the Royal Pavilion, and the bustling Lanes shopping district. Combining modern city life with seaside charm, Brighton is an ideal day trip destination from London.

Which train companies run trains to Brighton?

Choose from Thameslink, Gatwick Express and Southern for convenient journeys to and from Brighton, serving numerous UK locations. Price and duration can vary, so be sure to check when making your booking.

What are Brighton's opening hours?

You can expect Brighton to be open between the hours of 0:01 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Brighton

You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Brighton's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.

Connectivity of the Brighton?

With frequent trains to Brighton from hubs like London, London Bridge, London Victoria, London St Pancras International and Clapham, travel to and from the station is convenient. Complementary options like buses and taxis are also available for further transit, but checking availability in advance is recommended.

Brighton Live Timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Brighton. Check it now to plan your next journey.

  • Departures

  • Arrivals

TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Brighton to London Victoria17:396Gatwick Express
On time
Brighton to Cambridge17:444Thameslink
On time
Brighton to Southampton Central17:462Southern
On time
Brighton to Eastbourne17:568Southern
On time
Brighton to Bedford17:585Thameslink
On time
TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Southampton Central to Brighton15:572ASouthern
On time
Bedford to Brighton15:181Thameslink
On time
Cambridge to Brighton15:231Thameslink
On time
Chichester to Brighton16:331Southern
On time
Seaford (Sussex) to Brighton17:242Southern
On time

Station Details

Address: Brighton station, Queens Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3XP

Facilities

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ATM

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Bicycle rental

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Bicycle parking

Bicycle parking

Sheltered storage

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Public Wi-Fi

Public Wi-Fi

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Payphone

Payphone

Cards and coins

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Post box

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Refreshments

Refreshments

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Seating facilities

Seating facilities

First class lounge

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Waiting room

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Toilet

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Tourist information office

Tourist information office

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Trolleys

Ticket Office

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Ticket buying and collection

Ticket office open

Ticket machine

Use Oyster cards

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Transport links

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Cabstand

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Accessibility and mobility access

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Accessible ticket machine

Ramp for train access

Accessible toilet

Wheelchairs

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General Services Information

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Left luggage

Lost property

Currency exchange