The average train between Gatwick and Brighton takes 33 min and the fastest train takes 25 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Gatwick to Brighton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 15 minutes between Gatwick and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Gatwick is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Brighton at 12:24 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 33 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick station and arriving at Brighton station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.
Gatwick to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.
Gatwick to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Gatwick to Brighton train tickets online with Thameslink, Gatwick Express and Southern.
The distance between Gatwick and Brighton is 37.7 km. The road distance is 39 km.
Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 38 min. Two other operators also service this route.
