Trains to AMEX Stadium: Cheap tickets & nearest station

Jay Harlow

Published: Jun 18, 2025

Updated: Sep 3, 2026

Trains to AMEX Stadium: Cheap tickets & nearest station

If you're looking for the quickest and cheapest ways of getting to AMEX Stadium— also known as the Falmer Stadium —you're in the right place. Known as the American Express Community Stadium in its full title, Brighton & Hove Albion's home ground lies just moments from Falmer Station, meaning trains are typically the most convenient way of getting there.

This impressive sporting venue was opened in 2011 and can seat just under 32,000 people, making it Southeast England's 2nd biggest stadium. It's not just top-flight football, either. The AMEX hosted games for the Rugby World Cup in 2015 and is a popular events and conference venue.

This guide will give you the lowdown on how to get there from major UK cities, including London and Birmingham, essential travel information and even accommodation ideas if you're planning to stay the night. After all, why not combine the match with a day by the Brighton seaside?

Photo by Barbara van Cleeve

What is the nearest train station to AMEX Stadium?

The nearest station to Falmer Stadium (the AMEX) is the aptly named Falmer Station. Best of all, it lies right next to the ground—you'll hear the crowds roar the second you step off the train on match day. When you exit the station, go left down Station Approach, take the pedestrian overpass to cross the train tracks and follow the footpath to your designated entrance. On normal days, you could reach the ground in as little as 5 minutes, while it may take a little longer with the crowds o match day.

AMEX Station lies on the East Coastway Line and is run by Southern. There are approximately 4 trains per hour to Brighton, the nearest major station, and the journey time is 8 minutes. You'll also find direct services to Lewes and Eastbourne. Opening times for AMEX Station are 05:15 to 00:40 on weekdays, 05:25 to 00:40 on Saturdays and 07:00 to 23:50 on Sundays.

Facilities include a waiting room and toilet, while step-free access to the platforms and ramps to the trains promise an easy experience for all passengers. Other than the stadium and university campuses, the immediate surrounding area is quiet, so do bring refreshments if you think you'll need them.

The address is: Falmer Station, Station Approach, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 9SD, United Kingdom.

Popular train routes to AMEX Stadium

London to AMEX Stadium trains

The 65-mile journey from the centre of London to Falmer Stadium is a breeze by train thanks to the huge array of departures from the capital. If you're heading to catch a Brighton & Hove Albion game, or to attend any other event at the AMEX, your average journey time is around 1 hour and 30 minutes from the centre of town.

You'll typically depart from London Victoria, London Bridge or London Blackfriars and have a quick change in either Brighton or Lewes. For die-hard football fans who want to make a day of it, you can depart as early as 05.05 from London Victoria, getting you into Falmer Station at 06.32. Kick-off times typically aren't until the afternoon, and, luckily, you'll find as many as 3 or 4 departures per hour throughout the day.

After the game, if you want to let the crowds go down and guarantee yourself a seat on the way back, the latest train from Falmer to London is at 23:45. This'll get you into Blackfriars 01.35. First Class is available between London and Brighton and Lewes, with perks like guaranteed seating in a quieter part of the train.

Prices vary depending on route and time of day, with the most common fare being around £37 for a single trip. That said, you could score tickets for as low as £10 when booking off-peak and in advance on Trip.com.

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Birmingham to AMEX Stadium trains

If you're heading down to Falmer Stadium to cheer on your team, it’s fairly straightforward from Birmingham. Just be sure to give yourself plenty of time—the 140-mile journey takes between 3 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 15 minutes. You'll typically come into London Euston and then connect using the underground to Victoria before heading south to Falmer via Brighton or Lewes.

Fares fluctuate, but the median price is around £100. It’s often cheaper to travel on a split ticket for this route, which means booking your Birmingham to London Euston and London Euston to Falmer tickets separately (this includes the tube). Do this and the median price drops to around £70. The good news is that split-ticket discounts, along with any other specials, are automatically applied on Trip.com with fares as low as £36 for this route.

If you want to get to the ground early to soak up the pre-game atmosphere, the earliest departure from Birmingham New Street is at 05.30, arriving into Falmer at 09:10. To make it on time for an early kick-off, you'd want to take the 07:47 from Birmingham New Street, while for an afternoon match, the 10:21 (also from New Street) is best. Travelling back the same day? The latest train you can take from Falmer departs at 21.19, getting you into Birmingham at 01:32.

First class is an option for the longer, inter-city legs of the journey and promises more space and quieter cabins. Exact features vary by train operator, with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway and Southern running most of the services on this route.

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Coventry to Falmer Stadium trains

Travelling down to Falmer Stadium for a football game is reasonably easy from Coventry. You'll catch a train into London Euston, hop on the underground to Victoria and then head down towards Falmer Stadium from there via Brighton or Lewes. The earliest departure is at 05:52 from Coventry, and this would get you to the stadium at 09.12—giving you plenty of time to get in the mood before kick-off.

To travel back from Falmer to Coventry on the same day, the latest you could leave is at 21.19 and this would get you in at 01:09. The typical journey time is between 3 hours 15 minutes and 4 hours, with fares averaging around £70 for an off-peak single. West Midlands Railway typically offers the lowest fares for this route, while Avanti West Coast has more frequent departures.

It's usually cheaper if you book your Coventry to London and London to Falmer tickets separately, too. Remember, this split-ticket discount is automatically applied on Trip.com, meaning you could score single fares for as low as £31 for this route.

If you want to do this 150-mile route in more comfort, First Class is normally available on the Coventry to London Euston and London to Brighton legs.

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Leicester to Falmer Stadium trains

It's surprisingly straightforward to get from Leicester to Falmer Stadium thanks to frequent and easy connections. The 150-mile journey involves changing in London—from St Pancras to Victoria using the underground line—and then connecting in Brighton or Lewes. You'll typically be in the stadium cheering on your team within 3 or 4 hours of leaving Leicester.

For the super-eager fans wanting to get there early, the first departure with West Midlands Railway leaves at 05:17 and arrives at 08:39. If you’re heading for an early kick-off, you'll want to take the 08:31 departure from Leicester at the latest. Catch this and you'll arrive by 11:45, giving you enough time to get to your seats for the first whistle. For more comfort and a quieter carriage, consider First Class on the longer legs of the journey.

Ticket prices depend on your departure time and range from around £80 to £150 for a single. You'll find splitting your fare and booking Leicester to London and London to Falmer (including the underground) separately can help you save. Trip.com does this for you automatically and, when booking in advance, you could bag single tickets as low as £50.

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Photo by Julian P Guffogg / Amex Stadium Pitch panorama

Hotels near AMEX Stadium

It's often a good idea to stay the night if you've come to the AMEX from far away, especially for an evening game. Plus, with Brighton's lively seafront and the rolling South Downs National Park on your doorstep, you could easily turn your trip into a pleasant mini-break, especially in the summer months. Here's a selection of hotels close by: