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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Brighton
Cheapest price
£135
Average price
£225
Fastest journey
4 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
362 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Brighton will cost around £225 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £135.
To travel from Blackburn to Brighton you need to make at least 2 changes.
23:269h17Blackburn8:43Brighton£1351One-way2 changes- 10:044h49Blackburn14:53Brighton£2331One-way2 changes
- 11:254h28Blackburn15:53Brighton£2331One-way2 changes
- 12:254h28Blackburn16:53Brighton£2331One-way2 changes
- 13:254h28Blackburn17:53Brighton£2331One-way2 changes
- 11:254h28Blackburn15:53Brighton£2331One-way2 changes
- 12:254h28Blackburn16:53Brighton£2331One-way2 changes
- 13:254h28Blackburn17:53Brighton£2331One-way2 changes
- 14:254h28Blackburn18:53Brighton£2331One-way2 changes
- 15:254h28Blackburn19:53Brighton£2331One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Blackburn to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £85.
Distance: 362 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £71 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackburn to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:04 Blackburn | 4h49 | 14:53 Brighton | 2 changes | |
| 11:25 Blackburn | 4h28 | 15:53 Brighton | 2 changes | |
| 12:25 Blackburn | 4h28 | 16:53 Brighton | 2 changes | |
| 13:25 Blackburn | 4h28 | 17:53 Brighton | 2 changes | |
| 14:25 Blackburn | 4h28 | 18:53 Brighton | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackburn to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 362 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 362 km |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 18:39 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Blackburn to Brighton trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackburn and Brighton from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackburn to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Brighton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Brighton
Most Blackburn to Brighton trains use the Blackburn to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Preston Park. Use this guide to compare Blackburn and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Blackburn station do trains to Brighton leave from?
Getting to Blackburn from Blackburn city centre
Blackburn train station facilities and services
Blackburn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackburn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackburn.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackburn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackburn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackburn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access from station front to subway up 10 metre ramp or 4 steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20 metre ramp gives access to ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located at the bottom of platform 4, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Mill Hill (Lancs) from Blackburn city centre
Mill Hill (Lancs) is 1 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Mill Hill (Lancs) train station facilities and services
Mill Hill (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category C Station, Acces to platform down 30 steps with rest platform and handrail. Island platform accessed only by stairs, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Brighton station do trains from Blackburn arrive at?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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