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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Bridgend
Showing times and prices for 03 Mar
Cheapest price
£198
Average price
£198
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
251 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Bridgend will cost around £198 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £198.
Fast trains
To travel from Brighton to Bridgend you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:063h54
Brighton09:00Bridgend
£1981One-way
2 changes
06:093h48
Brighton09:57Bridgend
£1981One-way
2 changes
07:093h49
Brighton10:58Bridgend
£1981One-way
2 changes
08:093h52
Brighton12:01Bridgend
£1981One-way
2 changes
09:143h44
Brighton12:58Bridgend
£1981One-way
2 changes
10:143h42
Brighton13:56Bridgend
£1981One-way
2 changes
12:143h42
Brighton15:56Bridgend
£1981One-way
2 changes
14:443h43
Brighton18:27Bridgend
£1981One-way
2 changes
09:143h44
Brighton12:58Bridgend
£1981One-way
2 changes
11:143h44
Brighton14:58Bridgend
£1981One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Brighton to Bridgend train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bridgend trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 23:32
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:06 Brighton | 3h54 | 09:00 Bridgend | 2 changes | |
| 06:09 Brighton | 3h48 | 09:57 Bridgend | 2 changes | |
| 07:09 Brighton | 3h49 | 10:58 Bridgend | 2 changes | |
| 08:09 Brighton | 3h52 | 12:01 Bridgend | 2 changes | |
| 09:14 Brighton | 3h44 | 12:58 Bridgend | 2 changes |
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Great Western Rail as well as Thameslink or Gatwick Express offer trains services from Brighton to Bridgend.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Bridgend
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Trains from Brighton to Bridgend run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £180 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 3h 38m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £180 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 04:11 |
Last train 20:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from Brighton to Bridgend trainsGreat Western Rail, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Brighton and Bridgend from £180. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 2m
Cheapest Price
£42
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 38m
Cheapest Price
£201
Thameslink frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Gatwick Express
About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 47m
Cheapest Price
£180
Gatwick Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.
FAQs: Brighton to Bridgend train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Bridgend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £180, while the average price tends to be around £200.
The train journey from Brighton to Bridgend covers a distance of 251 km and takes approximately 3h 38m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Brighton to Bridgend is 251 km.
The first train from Brighton to Bridgend leaves at 4:11.
The last train from Brighton to Bridgend departs at 20:55.
Trains from Brighton to Bridgend run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Bridgend.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Bridgend.
To travel from Brighton to Bridgend, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Bridgend.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Bridgend is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Bridgend station (BGN).
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Bridgend is by train, costing approximately £180.
Booking trains from Brighton to Bridgend in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Brighton to Bridgend offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the rolling countryside, the coast near Brighton, and passing through charming towns and cities like Southampton and Cardiff, providing a varied and pleasant visual experience.
A day trip from Brighton to Bridgend is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 38m. There are 5 train trips per day. The distance between the two locations is 251 km.
A visit to Bridgend can be comfortably enjoyed over two to three days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as Bryngarw Country Park, the town centre, and nearby coastal areas like Porthcawl.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Bridgend.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Bridgend
Brighton
Bridgend
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Bridgend.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Brighton
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Bridgend is Bridgend. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgend for your journey to Bridgend from Brighton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Bridgend
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
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