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Compare coach and train for Brighton to Thornaby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Thornaby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 419 km
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£74 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 18m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Thornaby
Trains from Brighton to Thornaby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 16:32. The fastest train covers the 419 km distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 419 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 5:53 |
Last train 16:32 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Brighton to Thornaby trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Brighton and Thornaby from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Brighton to Thornaby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Thornaby 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 Thornaby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Thornaby
Most Brighton to Thornaby trains use the Brighton to Thornaby station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Thornaby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Thornaby leave from?
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.
Which Thornaby station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to Thornaby from Thornaby city centre
Thornaby is 2 km from Thornaby city centre. Public transport options include:
Thornaby train station facilities and services
Thornaby has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thornaby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thornaby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thornaby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thornaby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thornaby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thornaby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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, Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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