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London Paddington to Brighton train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Paddington to Brighton, starting from £18.75 and averaging £43.60. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 46m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Apr 27
From £28.10
Mon, Apr 28
From £41.70
Tue, Apr 29
From £41.70
Wed, Apr 30
From £41.70
Thu, May 1
From £29.70
Fri, May 2
From £18.75
Sat, May 3

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:14 London Paddington	02:30 Brighton	2h 16m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
00:22 London Paddington	08:18 Brighton	7h 56m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
07:24 London Paddington	09:19 Brighton	1h 55m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:25 London Paddington	09:33 Brighton	2h 8m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:37 London Paddington	09:52 Brighton	2h 15m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:54 London Paddington	09:56 Paris	2h 2m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

London Paddington to Brighton train route details

First train

00:14

Last train

23:28

Departure station

London Paddington

Arrival station

Brighton

Journey time

1h 46m

Distance

48 miles

Price

£18.75*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Brighton

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between London Paddington and Brighton on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Paddington to Brighton. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Paddington to Brighton for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from London Paddington to Brighton, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Paddington to Brighton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London Paddington to Brighton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Paddington to Brighton train ticket types

Save money on your trip from London Paddington to Brighton with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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London Paddington to Brighton train prices and times

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