Brighton station route
Use the mapped station area, then join an eligible Falmer train well before the peak queue.
Premier League · Brighton
Brighton & Hove Albion
American Express Stadium · Village Way, Falmer · BN1 9BL
32,500stadium capacity
South Stand and south-east cornervisiting supporters
Ground directionsMake a day of it
Plan your Brighton & Hove Albion away day
The Amex is four miles outside central Brighton, so the successful version of this away day separates the city or Lewes stop from the final Falmer journey and leaves a realistic post-match margin.
Falmerrail baseBrightonfood and pubsAmerican Express Stadiummatch destination
Lewes first
Start east of the stadium for a quieter pub and food base, then take the one-stop train to Falmer.
Booked driving plan
Follow the precise official or private-space instructions and do not improvise in the event-day restriction zone.
A sensible 3pm plan
10:45 - arrive in Brighton or Lewes and keep the return ticket or mobile match ticket available.
11:15-13:15 - use the city, a mapped venue or the confirmed Terrace opening.
13:20 - join the Falmer train or matchday bus before the heaviest loading.
14:05 - walk to the South Stand turnstile printed on the ticket.
17:00 - use the open concourse if confirmed, or join the managed station/park-and-ride queue.
Food and pubs
The Terrace is the mapped mixed-supporter fan zone, Brighton station is the recommended wider area and the New Oak remains check-first. The Swan is home-only; the South Stand concourse is the reliable post-turnstile option.
Things to do
Brighton's seafront, the Lanes and Royal Pavilion suit an early rail arrival. Lewes is a quieter alternative on the opposite side of Falmer, but protect enough time for the short yet heavily loaded train to the stadium.
Hotels near the stadium
These options keep the final matchday journey relatively short. Compare event-night prices, parking and cancellation terms before booking.
Central hotels
A central base is usually better for the station, food and the evening after the match.
Travel, parking, ticket allocations and stadium procedures can change by fixture. Check the latest information from both clubs and the relevant operator before travelling. Guide checked 26 September 2026.