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St Albans to Brighton Train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Albans to Brighton? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 5,66 €, with average prices for this route around 45,95 €.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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    From 44,18 €
  • Ti, 15. 7.
    From 5,66 €
  • Ke, 16. 7.
    From 44,18 €
  • To, 17. 7.
    From 10,16 €
  • Pe, 18. 7.
    From 43,95 €
  • La, 19. 7.
    From 11,66 €
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00:23
St Albans City
02:28
Brighton
2h 5m, DirectThameslink
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02:55
St Albans City
05:32
Brighton
2h 37m, Changes requiredThameslink
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03:55
St Albans City
06:10
Brighton
2h 15m, DirectThameslink
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04:24
St Albans City
06:26
Brighton
2h 2m, DirectThameslink
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04:53
St Albans City
06:43
Brighton
1h 50m, DirectThameslink
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05:23
St Albans City
07:13
Paris
1h 50m, DirectThameslink
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St Albans to Brighton Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:23
Last train
Last train
23:23
Departure station
Departure station
St Albans
Arrival station
Arrival station
Brighton
Journey time
Journey time
1h 44m
Distance
Distance
104 km
Price
Price
5,66 €*
Train operators
Train operators
Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans to Brighton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from St Albans to Brighton can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from St Albans 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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from St Albans to Brighton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from St Albans to Brighton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Albans to Brighton Train Ticket Types

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

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