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Trains from Brighton (East Sussex) (BTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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114

train journeys
per day

22

miles (36 kms)

28 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 23:58

first / last train

108

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Brighton (East Sussex) (BTN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 114 scheduled rail journeys between Brighton (East Sussex) and Gatwick Airport , with 108 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport is approximately 22 miles (36 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 36 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express are the main train operating companies running services between Brighton (East Sussex) and Gatwick Airport.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 28 mins.

Journeys from Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:02
    38 mins Direct
    00:40
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:12
    28 mins Direct
    04:40
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:06
    39 mins Direct
    05:45
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:18
    35 mins Direct
    05:53
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:26
    39 mins Direct
    06:05
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:39
    30 mins Direct
    06:09
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:44
    31 mins Direct
    06:15
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    39 mins Direct
    06:35
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    33 mins Direct
    06:39
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:09
    36 mins Direct
    06:45
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:26
    39 mins Direct
    07:05
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:36
    33 mins Direct
    07:09
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    36 mins Direct
    07:15
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:41
    43 mins 1 change
    07:24
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:56
    39 mins Direct
    07:35
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:06
    33 mins Direct
    07:39
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    36 mins Direct
    07:45
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:11
    43 mins 1 change
    07:54
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:26
    39 mins Direct
    08:05
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:36
    33 mins Direct
    08:09
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Gatwick Airport
    Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport

About Brighton (East Sussex) Station

Station name Brighton (East Sussex) (BTN)
Address Brighton station, Queens Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3XP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 22:10
Saturday 06:10 - 22:10
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Brighton (East Sussex) and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Brighton (East Sussex) and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Brighton (East Sussex) and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 114 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

First class tickets on trains between Brighton (East Sussex) and Gatwick Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Brighton (East Sussex) and Gatwick Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 108 direct services per day from Brighton (East Sussex) to Gatwick Airport

Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express are the main train operating companies running services between Brighton (East Sussex) and Gatwick Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Brighton (East Sussex) and Gatwick Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.