Clapham Junction to Brighton Trains From £5.00*

Travel from Clapham Junction to Brighton in under an hour on fast, affordable rail services run by Southern.

If you’re craving a day of sun, sand, and sea, there’s no place like Brighton Beach. On the train from Clapham Junction to Brighton, you can get to the south coast faster than ever, with generous luggage allowances that let you bring everything you need for a family day out in the sun.

On your journey to Brighton with Southern, you’ll take an efficient route to the south coast. The scenic route through beautiful national landscapes before arriving at the seaside is the ideal way to start your day in style.

Southern is a premium operator that runs services around the south of England, including popular routes like London to Brighton, and London to Eastbourne.

Departing from Clapham Junction

A major railway station in south-west Battersea, in the Borough of Wandsworth, Clapham Junction offers services around the capital and beyond.

Before your journey from Clapham Junction to Brighton, the station has accessible toilets, step-free access to platforms, public Wi-Fi, refreshments, and shops. Bicycle storage and bicycle hire dropoff points are also available at the station.

Getting to Clapham Junction is simple with the London Underground and a range of local buses taking you to your starting point quickly and easily. From Clapham Junction, Southern and South Western services provide services around London and the south of England.

Main Stops

From Clapham Junction to Brighton, you’ll be travelling on a direct route to Haywards Heath with Southern, where you can change to the Gatwick Express for the final leg of your journey to Brighton.

The Southern service (with a destination of Ore) stops at East Croydon and Gatwick Airport, before reaching Haywards Heath. There, you can board the Gatwick Express to Brighton (your destination).

Arriving at Brighton

When you get off the train in Brighton, you’ll be within walking distance of the beach and in the heart of this vibrant seaside city’s entertainment cultural scene. Breathe in some sea air, browse independent shops and stalls, and eat in a wide variety of independent vegan restaurants.

If you are heading straight to the beach, local buses can take you to the coast from outside the main entrance of the train station. Top beach attractions include Brighton’s iconic pier, the wide pebble beaches, and watersports such as kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding.

Trains arrive at Brighton from London stations including London Victoria, Clapham Junction, London Bridge and London Blackfriars. For onward travel, you can visit other popular seaside towns like Eastbourne, Hastings, Southampton, and Portsmouth.

Southern Railway train classes

With Southern Railway, you can choose between Standard tickets and Clapham Junction to Brighton First Class tickets for an enhanced travel experience.

• Standard Class: Standard carriages are comfortable and spacious, with free Wi-Fi and power sockets at window seats on most services.
• First Class: To benefit from the most luxurious travel experience, upgrade to Southern’s First Class trains. Make the most of larger seats, increased legroom and larger tables to get the most out of your journey, as well as complimentary refreshments on some services.

Southern train travel advice

Here’s everything you need to know about travelling from Clapham Junction to Brighton by train:

• Pets: If you’re on your way to the top dog-friendly beaches in Brighton, Southern lets passengers bring up to two domestic pets onboard. Dogs must be kept on a lead or pet carrier for the duration of the journey.
• Luggage: Southern does not restrict the number of items you can bring onboard, so long as you avoid blocking aisles. Instead, stow your bags safely in the overhead shelf or luggage racks.
• Bicycles: Bikes are usually allowed onboard, though there are some restrictions on peak time services and e-scooters are banned. Check the operator’s requirements online before you travel.
• Children: Kids travel for less with Southern Railway. Under 5s go free, while those aged 5 to 15 get to travel at half price.
• Passenger Assist: Southern offers assistance with carrying luggage, and getting around the station, as well as boarding and changing trains. Request assistance at Help Points or book in advance, if needed.

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*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.