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The cheapest and fastest trains from Croydon to Brighton
Showing times and prices for Dec 16
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
62 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Croydon to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Croydon to Brighton will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Croydon for Brighton on Tue, Dec 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
10:19AM0h54
Croydon11:13AMBrighton
$321One-way
0 transfers
05:29AM0h49
Croydon06:18AMBrighton
$321One-way
0 transfers
12:28AM1h00
Croydon01:28AMBrighton
$321One-way
0 transfers
07:49AM0h54
Croydon08:43AMBrighton
$331One-way
0 transfers
05:29AM0h49
Croydon06:18AMBrighton
$321One-way
0 transfers
07:49AM0h54
Croydon08:43AMBrighton
$331One-way
0 transfers
10:19AM0h54
Croydon11:13AMBrighton
$321One-way
0 transfers
12:28AM1h00
Croydon01:28AMBrighton
$321One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Croydon to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Croydon to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€23 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Croydon to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Croydon to Brighton trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 1:17 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:28 AM Croydon | 0h58 | 5:26 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:49 AM Croydon | 0h54 | 8:43 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:59 AM Croydon | 0h49 | 8:48 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:29 PM Croydon | 0h52 | 6:21 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 16 | |||||
| 12:28 AM Croydon | 1h00 | 1:28 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Croydon to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Croydon to Brighton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 49m.
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 $6 (€5)
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
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 $6 (€5)
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Croydon to Brighton trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Croydon and Brighton from $6 (€5). 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
1h 1m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
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
49m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
Thameslink frequency
28 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
FAQs: Trains from Croydon to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croydon 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.
For a fulfilling visit to Brighton, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore the vibrant pier, enjoy the beach, visit the Royal Pavilion, and experience the local shops and restaurants.
Yes, a day trip from Croydon to Brighton is feasible with a travel time of 49m and a distance of 38 miles (62 km). Trains run 7 times per day.
In Brighton, you can explore the vibrant street art scene with guided tours to discover murals and graffiti, visit the British Airways i360 for panoramic views, and enjoy performances at the Brighton Dome. Take a scenic walk along the Undercliff Walk, experience the nightlife in lively bars and clubs, and visit sights like the Royal Pavilion, Brighton Pier, and Brighton Beach. Don't miss The Lanes for unique shopping and the Brighton Museum & Art Gallery for cultural exhibits.
The train journey from Croydon to Brighton offers a mix of urban and countryside views, including glimpses of the rolling hills of the South Downs, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
Train ticket prices from Croydon to Brighton can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12 (€10), while the average price is around $29 (€23).
The train from Croydon to Brighton takes 49m and runs 7 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Brighton is by bus, with a cost of around $6 (€5).
The last train from Croydon to Brighton leaves at 11:57 PM.
The first train from Croydon to Brighton leaves at 12:02 AM.
The distance by train from Croydon to Brighton is 38 miles (62 km).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Croydon to Brighton.
Yes, you can take the train from Croydon to Brighton.
Yes, there is a direct train from Croydon to Brighton. This service operates 5 times per day, provided by Thameslink, Southern.
The train station in Croydon that goes to Brighton is East Croydon (ECR), which connects to Brighton station (BTN).
There is no high speed train available from Croydon to Brighton.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Croydon to Brighton
Croydon
Brighton
The major train station for departures in Croydon is East Croydon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Croydon for your trip from Croydon to Brighton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse.
- 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: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for East Croydon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:05 Saturday 05:55 - 20:25 Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room.
- 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: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3 and 4/5
- National key toilets: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The waiting room on platform 6 has one small step to access. Seating is also available on platforms 3, 4, 5 and 6
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 the Ticket Office.
- 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: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 4 & 5
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Located outside the station entrance, by the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Brighton is Aldrington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aldrington for your journey to Brighton from Croydon.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelters are available on the platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Subway
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Brighton
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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