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Portslade to London Road (Brighton) by train

First train

04:42

Last train

00:26

Departure station

Portslade

Arrival station

London Road (Brighton)

Journey time

From 21m

Distance

3 miles (5 km)

Frequency

70 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern

How to travel from Portslade to London Road (Brighton) by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Portslade to London Road (Brighton)? Look no further.

You'll usually find 70 trains per day running between Portslade and London Road (Brighton), which usually take 1 hour 26 minutes to complete the 3 miles (5 km) journey. It can take as little as 21 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to London Road (Brighton) by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Thameslink, Gatwick Express or Southern are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Portslade to London Road (Brighton) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to London Road (Brighton)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Portslade to London Road (Brighton)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Portslade to London Road (Brighton) take?

The average journey time by train between Portslade and London Road (Brighton) is 1 hour and 26 minutes, with around 70 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Portslade and London Road (Brighton) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Portslade to London Road (Brighton) is 21 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Portslade to London Road (Brighton)?

No, there are no direct train services from Portslade to London Road (Brighton). Travelling from Portslade to London Road (Brighton) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Portslade to London Road (Brighton) leave?

The first train from Portslade to London Road (Brighton) leaves at 04:42. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Portslade to London Road (Brighton) leave?

The last train from Portslade to London Road (Brighton) leaves at 00:26. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Portslade and London Road (Brighton) by train?

Trains travelling from Portslade to London Road (Brighton) cover a distance of around 3 miles (5 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from London Road (Brighton) to Portslade.

Cheap train tickets from Portslade to London Road (Brighton)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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