Birmingham to Brighton train

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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 10 Oct

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Chiltern Railways
C38643
08:514h27
Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW)
13:18Brighton station (BTN)
£961One-way
3 changes
Cheapest
Chiltern Railways
C38834
08:154h03
Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
12:18Brighton station (BTN)
£961One-way
2 changes
Cheapest
Chiltern Railways
C38836
08:453h42
Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
12:27Brighton station (BTN)
£961One-way
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C21853
08:213h27
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
11:48Brighton station (BTN)
£1061One-way
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C31404
08:473h26
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
12:13Brighton station (BTN)
£1061One-way
2 changes

Birmingham to Brighton train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 10 October
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Chiltern Railways
C38834
08:15 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)4h03 12:18 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C32331
08:17 Birmingham New Street (BHM)3h10 11:27 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C21853
08:21 Birmingham New Street (BHM)3h27 11:48 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
Chiltern Railways
C38836
08:45 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)3h42 12:27 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C31404
08:47 Birmingham New Street (BHM)3h26 12:13 Brighton station (BTN)2 changes
Chiltern Railways
C38643
08:51 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW)4h27 13:18 Brighton station (BTN)3 changes

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Train times from Birmingham to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 10 Oct

Fastest Journey

3 h 10 m

Average

3 h 42 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

220 km

To travel from Birmingham to Brighton you need to make at least 2 changes.

Fastest
Avanti West Coast
C32331
08:173h10
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
11:27Brighton station (BTN)
£1201One-way
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C31404
08:473h26
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
12:13Brighton station (BTN)
£1061One-way
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C21853
08:213h27
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
11:48Brighton station (BTN)
£1061One-way
2 changes
Chiltern Railways
C38836
08:453h42
Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
12:27Brighton station (BTN)
£961One-way
2 changes
Chiltern Railways
C38834
08:154h03
Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
12:18Brighton station (BTN)
£961One-way
2 changes

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Overview: Train from Birmingham to Brighton

distanceDistance136 miles
durationAverage train duration3 h 6 min
priceAverage train ticket price£78 (€89)
frequencyTrain frequency12 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or Southern

Trains from Birmingham to Brighton cover the 136 miles long route taking on average 3 h 6 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or Southern. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this route costs around £78, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £50.

Train providers: Virgin Trains, Chiltern Railways and West Midlands Trains trains Birmingham to Brighton

Buy your official Virgin Trains, Chiltern Railways and West Midlands Trains train tickets from Birmingham to Brighton from £34 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Birmingham to Brighton train information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 7 min
  • Cheapest Price: £40
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 16 a day

Trains from Birmingham to Brighton: Journey Details

Although there are no direct rail services between the cities of Birmingham and Brighton, there are still a number of indirect options to choose from. For the first leg of the journey, it is necessary to take a train to London Euston. Services to London Euston are operated by Virgin Trains and depart on a frequent basis, up to four times per hour during peak periods. A change at London Euston is then required, taking the tube to London Victoria. From Victoria, trains operated by Southern depart for Brighton approximately four times per hour. The total journey time from Birmingham is just over three hours.

Taking the Train from Birmingham

As it is necessary to change at London Euston, the main train station for departures towards Brighton is Birmingham New Street. Located directly in the centre of the city, Birmingham New Street is easily accessible by public transport. There are a number of local bus services which stop by the station, with the nearest stops located in Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street. Taxis are allowed to drop off passengers at the Hill Street entrance to the station. The Midland Metro station at Snow Hill is an approximately five-minute walk from Birmingham New Street.

Getting into Brighton by Train

Brighton is one of England's most famous and liveliest seaside resorts. Contrasting historic treasures such as the Royal Pavilion with a vibrant nightlife scene, the city appeals to a wide variety of age groups. Trains from Birmingham to Brighton terminate at the city's main station, Brighton (East Sussex). Operated by Southern, the station is located in Queens Road. A bus terminus is situated directly opposite the train station, as is a major taxi rank.

FAQs: Birmingham to Brighton train

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Brighton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Brighton.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Brighton can start from as little as £50 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Brighton is £78; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Birmingham to Brighton is on average 3 h 6 min   for the 136 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Birmingham to Brighton by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Birmingham to Brighton leaves at 04: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Birmingham to Brighton leaves at 20: 36.
There are 12 trains a day from Birmingham to Brighton which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or Southern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Birmingham to Brighton train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry or Southern. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Birmingham to Brighton to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 36.
A trip to Brighton from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 6 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Brighton is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Brighton including taking a train or coach.

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