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Harborough Museum
Local museum covering the town and district, with displays on social history, local industries and the famous Old Grammar School building below.
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Compare train for Brighton to Market Harborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Market Harborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £51, while a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 191 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£51 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Market Harborough is a train with an average price of £51.
The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Market Harborough is by train with an average journey time of 2h 20m.
Yes, you can take a train between Brighton and Market Harborough.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 42m sooner (2h 20m by train vs 3h 2m by car). Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Market Harborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Market Harborough run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 2h 35m.
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 191 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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.
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Train companies: Thameslink from Brighton to Market Harborough trainsThameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Market Harborough from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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 Thameslink Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£51
Thameslink frequency
25 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
Family area
Complete guide to Market Harborough
Things to do in Market Harborough
Discover the best of Market Harborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Market Harborough trip today.
- Recommended
Foxton Canal Museum
An independent museum on the canal basin telling the story of the local canal network, boats and engineering. A rewarding stop for transport history.
- Recommended
Foxton Inclined Plane Museum
Museum at the lift site explaining the operation and history of the inclined plane and locks. Ideal before exploring the famous waterways outside.
- Must visit
Foxton Locks
A waterside area with locks, boating activity, walks and wildlife. Popular for relaxed visits and one of the district’s most distinctive landscapes.
- Recommended
High Street
The historic shopping spine of the town, lined with independent shops and period buildings. Good for strolling and taking in Market Harborough’s character.
- Recommended
Welland Park
Pleasant town-centre green space with formal planting, seating and space to pause. It is a useful break from shopping streets and nearby traffic.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
Leicestershire pork pie is a hand-raised pastry pie with seasoned pork and jelly, long associated with nearby Melton Mowbray and widely eaten across the county.
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester
Red Leicester is a traditional county cheese with a firm texture and nutty, mellow flavour. It is a classic local table cheese in Leicestershire.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a rich blue cheese long linked with Leicestershire inns and markets. It is prized for its creamy texture and distinctive savoury depth.
Ascough's Bistro
Smart modern British restaurant in The Square, known for refined seasonal cooking and a relaxed but polished town-centre setting.
Emerson & West's
Popular independent restaurant serving British and European dishes with steaks, seafood and a lively, contemporary feel.
Mercado Lounge
Casual café and restaurant with a loyal local following for brunch, coffee, cakes and light lunches in a friendly setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, but pricier than many smaller UK towns. Local buses are manageable, and rail trips can add to visitor costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Brighton to Market Harborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Market Harborough 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 Market Harborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Market Harborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The train journey from Brighton to Market Harborough covers a distance of 191 km and takes approximately 2h 35m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Brighton to Market Harborough is 191 km.
The first train from Brighton to Market Harborough leaves at 4:12.
The last train from Brighton to Market Harborough departs at 23:48.
Trains from Brighton to Market Harborough run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Market Harborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Market Harborough.
To travel from Brighton to Market Harborough, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Market Harborough.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Market Harborough is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Market Harborough station (MHR).
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Market Harborough is by train, costing approximately £51.
Booking trains from Brighton to Market Harborough 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 Market Harborough offers a mix of urban and rural views, with scenic countryside landscapes, charming towns, and glimpses of the South Downs National Park along the way.
A day trip from Brighton to Market Harborough is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 35m. However, there are 7 trains per day available for this route. The distance between the two locations is 191 km.
For a fulfilling visit to Market Harborough, two to three days are ideal to explore its charming town centre, historical sites, and enjoy the local dining scene.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Market Harborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Market Harborough
Most Brighton to Market Harborough trains use the Brighton to Market Harborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Market Harborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Brighton
Arrival train stations in Market Harborough
Which Brighton station do trains to Market Harborough leave from?
Trains from Brighton to Market Harborough leave from Brighton. The station is from Brighton city centre at Brighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom.
BrightonBrighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom+44 345 127 2920
City-centre transport
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Bus37, 52 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
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.
MoulsecoombQueensdown School Rd, Brighton BN2 4GP, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Moulsecoomb from Brighton city centre
Moulsecoomb is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBrighton - Seaford, Brighton - Eastbourne, Brighton - Ore, Brighton - Newhaven Harbour, Brighton - Hastings, Brighton - Lewes, Brighton - Polegate, Brighton - Falmer · 5m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Bus3X · 10m · £2 · every ~22 min
3X, 48 · 12m · £4 · every ~13 min
Moulsecoomb train station facilities and services
Moulsecoomb has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moulsecoomb.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Moulsecoomb.
Bike and car services
Available at Moulsecoomb: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulsecoomb.
HoveHove station, Goldstone Villas, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3RU
City-centre transport
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBrighton - Southampton Central, Brighton - Chichester, Brighton - Portsmouth & Southsea, Brighton - West Worthing, Brighton - Hove, Brighton - Angmering, Brighton - Portsmouth Harbour, Brighton - Bognor Regis, Brighton - Worthing, London Victoria - Worthing, Brighton - Havant, Brighton - Littlehampton, Brighton - London Victoria, Brighton - Haywards Heath, Brighton - Barnham · 3m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
Bus7, 3X, N7 · 12m · £2 · every ~40 min
47, 52 · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min
Hove train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Market Harborough station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Trains from Brighton to Market Harborough arrive at Market Harborough. Market Harborough is 1 km from Market Harborough city centre.
Market HarboroughMarket Harborough station, St Marys Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DT+44 3457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Market Harborough from Market Harborough city centre
BusLc10, Hc2, Hc3 · 4m · £2 · every ~7 min
Market Harborough train station facilities and services
Market Harborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Market Harborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Market Harborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Market Harborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Market Harborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Market Harborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. Step free access is available to both platforms, via the ticket office for platform 1 or the new car park for platform 2. Please check which platform your train is due to depart from before arriving at the station. Services to the north, including Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby normally depart from platform 1. Services to London and stations south of Market Harborough normally depart from platform 2. If you do need assistance to change platforms, we're happy to help. Please speak to a member of staff or use a Help Point in the station. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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