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Brighton to Shortlands Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Brighton to Shortlands, starting from US$13.67 and averaging US$39.77. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 42m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
17:58 1h 57m, Changes required Brighton	19:55 Shortlands	London Overground	Find Tickets
18:09 1h 46m, Changes required Brighton	19:55 Shortlands		Find Tickets
18:13 2h 10m, Changes required Brighton	20:23 Shortlands		Find Tickets
18:14 2h 6m, Changes required Brighton	20:20 Shortlands		Find Tickets
18:14 2h 6m, Changes required Brighton	20:20 Shortlands		Find Tickets
18:28 1h 55m, Changes required Brighton	20:23 Paris	London Overground	Find Tickets

Brighton to Shortlands Train Route Details

First train

00:02

Last train

23:41

Departure station

Brighton

Arrival station

Shortlands

Journey time

1h 42m

Distance

65 km

Price

US$13.67*

Train operators

London Overground, Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Brighton to Shortlands

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Brighton to Shortlands during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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

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 Brighton to Shortlands, 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 Brighton to Shortlands ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

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

Brighton to Shortlands 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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Brighton to Shortlands Train prices and times

Brighton to Shortlands Train Route Details