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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading (Station) and Brighton takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Reading (Station) 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.

2h 7m
Duration
76 mi
Distance
£42
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Reading (Station) to Brighton train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Reading (Station) and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 4:32 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading (Station) is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Brighton at 2:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 3m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 3m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 3m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Thameslink2h 11m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express1h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 2m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Thameslink2h 11m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express1h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 2m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express1h 55m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 5m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 3m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Thameslink2h 8m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Thameslink2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Southern2h 16m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Southern2h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Thameslink2h 11m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express1h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 2m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Thameslink2h 11m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express1h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 2m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express2h 8m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reading (Station) to Brighton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Reading (Station) to Brighton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 75.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Reading (Station), Reading, England and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Brighton via Gatwick Airport in around 2h 15m.

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