Chester to Brighton train with Avanti West Coast

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£82

Average price

£137

Fastest journey

3 h 55 m

Average duration

3 h 57 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

323 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Chester to Brighton will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.

Fast trains

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

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10:564h01
Chester station (CTR)
14:57Brighton station (BTN)
£821One-way
3 changes
Transport for WalesG55802+Avanti West CoastW09186+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressY30639
09:564h01
Chester station (CTR)
13:57Brighton station (BTN)
£911One-way
3 changes
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10:323h55
Chester station (CTR)
14:27Brighton station (BTN)
£1131One-way
2 changes
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09:323h55
Chester station (CTR)
13:27Brighton station (BTN)
£1131One-way
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW09150+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressY30618
08:323h55
Chester station (CTR)
12:27Brighton station (BTN)
£1891One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Chester to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £65.

Distance: 323 km

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Coach
Flight

£101

Average Price

£31

Average Price

Cheapest

£150

Average Price

3h 51m

Average total duration

3h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 34m

Average total duration

10h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

Avanti West Coast

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National Express

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Live departures

Chester to Brighton train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
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On time
08:32 Chester station (CTR)
3h55
12:27 Brighton station (BTN)
2 changes
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On time
08:56 Chester station (CTR)
4h02
12:58 Brighton station (BTN)
3 changes
avanti_west_coastW09174+assertis_tubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+gatwick_expressY30633
On time
09:32 Chester station (CTR)
3h55
13:27 Brighton station (BTN)
2 changes
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On time
09:56 Chester station (CTR)
4h01
13:57 Brighton station (BTN)
3 changes
avanti_west_coastW09196+assertis_tubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+gatwick_expressY30645
On time
10:32 Chester station (CTR)
3h55
14:27 Brighton station (BTN)
2 changes
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On time
10:56 Chester station (CTR)
4h01
14:57 Brighton station (BTN)
3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Chester to Brighton

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Trains from Chester to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
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 £20
Distance
323 km
Average train duration
3h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£74
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 55m
First train
04:12
Last train
21:34
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 £20

Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Chester to Brighton trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Brighton from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£61
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Chester to Brighton train

FAQs: Travel by train from Chester to Brighton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chester to Brighton.
FAQs
The train distance from Chester to Brighton is 323 km.
To get from Chester to Brighton, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Booking trains from Chester to Brighton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Chester to Brighton covers a distance of 323 km and takes approximately 3h 55m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Chester to Brighton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £74, while the average price tends to be around £101.
The first train from Chester to Brighton leaves at 4:12.
The cheapest way to get from Chester to Brighton is by coach, costing approximately £20.
The last train from Chester to Brighton departs at 21:34.
The train station in Chester that goes to Brighton is Chester station (CTR), and it arrives at Brighton station (BTN).
Trains from Chester to Brighton run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Chester to Brighton.
There is no night train service from Chester to Brighton.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Chester to Brighton.
Yes, you can take the train from Chester to Brighton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Brighton

Chester
Brighton
The major train station for departures in Chester is Chester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chester for your trip from Chester to Brighton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Chester West
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via 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 toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On the concourse
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Chester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front

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