The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Waterbeach
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Waterbeach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Waterbeach will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Waterbeach every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.


Live departures
Brighton to Waterbeach train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Waterbeach trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:56 Brighton | 3h18 | 08:14 Waterbeach | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Waterbeach
Trains from Brighton to Waterbeach run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 20:58 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from Brighton to Waterbeach trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Brighton and Waterbeach from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Waterbeach train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Waterbeach 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 Waterbeach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Waterbeach
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
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