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Watford Junction to Brighton train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Watford Junction to Brighton, starting from £10.00 and averaging £32.90. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 48m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Tue, Jun 10
Wed, Jun 11
From £10.00
Thu, Jun 12
From £31.40
Fri, Jun 13
From £31.40
Sat, Jun 14
From £31.40
Sun, Jun 15
From £31.40
Mon, Jun 16
From £31.40

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:28 Watford Junction	06:10 Brighton	5h 42m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
04:15 Watford Junction	06:59 Brighton	2h 44m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:14 Watford Junction	07:30 Brighton	2h 16m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:54 Watford Junction	07:48 Brighton	1h 54m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:54 Watford Junction	08:13 Brighton	2h 19m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:54 Watford Junction	08:16 Paris	2h 22m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Watford Junction to Brighton train route details

First train

00:28

Last train

23:51

Departure station

Watford Junction

Arrival station

Brighton

Journey time

1h 48m

Distance

60 miles

Price

£10.00*

Train Operators

London Overground, Thameslink, Gatwick Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Watford Junction to Brighton

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Watford Junction to Brighton can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Watford Junction to Brighton, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Watford Junction 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Watford Junction to Brighton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Watford Junction to Brighton train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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