Trains from Brighton to London Victoria from HK$84.38

The train from Brighton to London Victoria is your express route from a bohemian beach town to the capital's beating heart, all in around an hour. Start your day with sea spray and street art, and end it under the city lights near Buckingham Palace or the West End. This high-speed journey connects two quintessential UK travel spots with comfort, style, and zero fuss. This guide will show you how to book, board, and breeze through your Brighton to London Victoria train journey with ease and confidence.

Transport links to Brighton Station

Brighton Station is easily accessible from across the city and its surroundings. Local bus routes regularly serve the station, stopping outside the main entrance, making it convenient for passengers arriving from central Brighton and the outskirts. Taxis can be hailed at designated taxi ranks or pre-booked through local firms.

Those driving to the station can use a large on-site car park operated by APCOA, with 633 spaces, including 26 accessible bays. Brighton Station provides ample bicycle storage for cyclists, with over 700 spaces available, including a purpose-built cycle hub near the car park and additional racks near the station front.

Facilities at Brighton Station

Southern manages Brighton Station and provides a comprehensive set of passenger services. Tickets can be bought at the staffed ticket office, which is open from 06:00 to 22:00 Monday through Saturday and 07:30 to 22:00 Sunday, or from self-service machines, which are accessible and support smartcards like Southern's Key card. Online tickets can be collected at these machines without fuss.

The station is fully accessible, with step-free access to all platforms, wide gates, and ramps for boarding. Help points are installed throughout, and staff assistance is available almost around the clock. Accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, and waiting rooms enhance comfort for families and passengers with additional needs.

On the concourse, travellers can enjoy various shops, refreshment outlets, and ATMs. CCTV coverage provides added security, and information screens and announcements keep passengers updated with live service updates.

Journey Details to London Victoria

Trains from Brighton to London Victoria are operated primarily by Southern, Gatwick Express, and Thameslink. The journey takes around 60 minutes, depending on the service. Around 50 trains run daily, and key stops often include Haywards Heath and Gatwick Airport. The first train on this 47-mile journey to London Victoria leaves at 04:12 and the last one at 23:13.

Fares start as low as HK$84.38, especially if booked in advance through platforms like Trip.com. Booking your train ticket from Brighton to London Victoria on Trip.com is quick and straightforward. Start by visiting the Trip.com website or app, then head to the "Trains" section. Enter your departure station as Brighton, arrival station as London Victoria, travel date, and the number of passengers. You can also apply any Railcards you may have for discounted fares. 

Once you search, you'll be shown a list of available services, with options to filter by price, duration, or departure time. After choosing your preferred train and class, proceed to the secure checkout. You'll then receive an e-ticket or a ticket collection reference number, which you can use to collect your ticket from a self-service machine at the station.

Onboard amenities on the journey

Travelling from Brighton to London Victoria is comfortable and convenient, with modern carriages offering a range of amenities. Southern and Gatwick Express services feature clean seating areas, designated luggage spaces, and visual and audio service announcements.

First Class is available on some services and includes wider, more spacious seating, complimentary Wi-Fi, quieter carriages, and at-seat power sockets. Standard Class is more than adequate for the average journey, offering a pleasant environment for commuters, families, and day trippers.

Facilities at London Victoria Station

London Victoria is one of the city's busiest and most well-connected stations, managed by Network Rail. It boasts a comprehensive range of amenities, including ticket offices, accessible ticket machines, Oyster card top-up points, and smartcard validators. The station offers full step-free access, with ramps available for boarding assistance and staff help on hand during all operating hours.

Passengers will find accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, waiting areas, ATMs, currency exchange, and a wide range of retail and dining options. Public Wi-Fi is available throughout the station, and CCTV ensures safety and security.

London Victoria offers 112 bike parking spaces, including sheltered options and CCTV surveillance, for those continuing their journey by bicycle.

Attractions near London Victoria Station

Upon arrival at London Victoria, visitors are a short walk away from some of the capital's top attractions. Buckingham Palace is 10 minutes away, offering a glimpse of royal life and the chance to witness the Changing of the Guard. Also nearby are St James's Park, Westminster Cathedral, and the Apollo Victoria Theatre, home to long-running musicals like Wicked.

Victoria's proximity to the West End means theatres, museums, and historic landmarks are easily reached, while Belgravia's elegant streets and restaurants provide a more refined experience just behind the station.

Getting around after arrival

London Victoria offers excellent onward travel options. The Underground station, directly beneath the mainline concourse, is served by the Victoria, Circle, and District lines. These lines provide fast connections across London, including to Oxford Circus, Westminster, and the City of London.

A major London bus station is outside the Terminus Place entrance, with routes covering all city corners. Victoria Coach Station is a short walk away, offering national and international coach services for longer journeys. Taxis are readily available from the rank outside the station entrance, and car hire services can be found adjacent to Platform 7.

For those travelling to or from airports, Gatwick Express continues to provide direct connections between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, making it especially convenient for international travellers.