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Compare 2 ways to travel from Hickstead to Brighton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 17 minutes and with fares starting at just R 80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hickstead to Brighton by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hickstead to Brighton?
The cheapest train tickets from Hickstead to Brighton start from R 144. The average price for this train route is around R 189. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hickstead to Brighton?
The average train journey time from Hickstead to Brighton is 12m, covering a distance of 11 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the Hickstead to Brighton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Southern, Gatwick Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hickstead to Brighton?
The earliest train from Hickstead to Brighton departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:43.
Which is the best train operator from Hickstead to Brighton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hickstead to Brighton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hickstead to Brighton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hickstead to Brighton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ThamesLink, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hickstead to Brighton was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 141To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hickstead to Brighton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 141 to R 276 for a train ticket from Hickstead to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 141, which is on 2025-12-16.
Usually Southern will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
