The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgwater to Brighton
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
5 h 37 m
Average duration
5 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgwater to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgwater to Brighton will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bridgwater for Brighton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 5 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:295h37Bridgwater13:06Brighton£861One-way0 changes
7:295h37Bridgwater13:06Brighton£861One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bridgwater to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 203 km
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Live departures
Bridgwater to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgwater to Brighton trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:29 Bridgwater | 5h37 | 13:06 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bridgwater to Brighton by coach or train
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Why should you book Bridgwater to Brighton trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bridgwater to Brighton.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bridgwater to Brighton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgwater to Brighton
Trains from Bridgwater to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 203 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 20:14 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bridgwater to Brighton trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bridgwater and Brighton from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bridgwater to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater and Brighton
Most Bridgwater to Brighton trains use the Bridgwater to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Preston Park. Use this guide to compare Bridgwater and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bridgwater station do trains to Brighton leave from?
Getting to Bridgwater from Bridgwater city centre
Bridgwater train station facilities and services
Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Brighton station do trains from Bridgwater 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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