Brighton to Bridgend train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Bridgend

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Cheapest price

£181

Average price

£198

Fastest journey

3 h 38 m

Average duration

3 h 41 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 £181.

Fast trains

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

Gatwick Express
22:399h47
Brighton
08:26Bridgend
£1811One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
05:063h53
Brighton
08:59Bridgend
£2021One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
06:093h48
Brighton
09:57Bridgend
£2021One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
07:093h49
Brighton
10:58Bridgend
£2021One-way
2 changes
Thameslink
08:093h51
Brighton
12:00Bridgend
£2021One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brighton to Bridgend

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Bridgend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 251 km

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Coach

£58

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£28

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4h 30m

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4h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 42m

Average total duration

6h 12m

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Live departures

Brighton to Bridgend train times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bridgend trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink05:06 Brighton
3h53
08:59 Bridgend2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Bridgend

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Trains from Brighton to Bridgend run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 6h 10m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Distance
251 km
Average train duration
4h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
6h 10m
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28

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 £28. 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
5 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
£203
Thameslink frequency
1 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
£182
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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Bridgend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £58.
A day trip from Brighton to Bridgend is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 10m. 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.
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Bridgend is by coach, costing approximately £28.
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 distance from Brighton to Bridgend is 251 km.
The last train from Brighton to Bridgend departs at 20:55.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Bridgend.
The train journey from Brighton to Bridgend covers a distance of 251 km and takes approximately 6h 10m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Bridgend is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Bridgend station (BGN).
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.
The first train from Brighton to Bridgend leaves at 4:11.
Trains from Brighton to Bridgend run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Bridgend.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Bridgend.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Bridgend.
To get from Brighton to Bridgend, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
Dining
  • The Grand Central
  • The Cyclist
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Brighton
  • Ibis Brighton City Centre
  • My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
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
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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