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Nothe Fort
Small volunteer-run heritage museum focused on local fishing, lifeboats and harbour life. Worth visiting for a strong sense of place.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 44 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Weymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Weymouth will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Brighton to Weymouth, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Weymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 165 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Weymouth:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Weymouth costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Weymouth take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 54m.
Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-7.93. The journey takes 3h 18m versus 2h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Weymouth trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:43 Brighton | 3h34 | 13:17 Weymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:43 Brighton | 3h34 | 14:17 Weymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 5:36 Brighton | 4h08 | 9:44 Weymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:43 Brighton | 3h31 | 10:14 Weymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Brighton to Weymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 20:57. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 20:57 |
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Small volunteer-run heritage museum focused on local fishing, lifeboats and harbour life. Worth visiting for a strong sense of place.
Town museum covering Weymouth's social history, maritime links and local archaeology in a compact collection near the seafront.
Gallery in a restored Victorian fort, showing changing contemporary art exhibitions with dramatic sea views from the Portland side.
Weymouth's broad sandy beach and promenade are central to the resort's appeal, ideal for walking, sea views and classic seaside atmosphere.
Historic working harbour lined with colourful buildings, boats and quayside paths. A key area for strolling, photography and town character.
Long shingle spit and nature reserve connecting Weymouth to Portland, valued for walking, birdlife and striking views across the lagoon.
Fresh oysters from nearby Portland and the Fleet, prized for their clean, briny flavour and long local shellfish tradition on the Dorset coast.
Crab landed on the Jurassic Coast, usually served simply dressed or in sandwiches. It is a classic Weymouth seaside treat with sweet, delicate meat.
Locally caught lobster, often grilled or served with butter. It reflects Weymouth’s long fishing heritage and strong links to inshore shellfishing.
Popular harbourside seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and relaxed coastal dining close to Weymouth’s old harbour.
Smart harbour restaurant serving modern British dishes with strong seafood options and views over the water in Weymouth’s old town area.
Long-established seafront fish and chip shop with simple seating, valued for classic British portions and a traditional seaside atmosphere.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Accommodation can rise in summer, while dining and local buses are broadly in line with similar coastal resorts.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and cafés usually just get small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Weymouth 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 Weymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brighton to Weymouth trains use the Brighton to Weymouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Weymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Weymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Weymouth.
Wi-Fi is available at Weymouth.
Ticket office support is available at Weymouth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weymouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Weymouth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Weymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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