The cheapest and fastest trains from Datchet to Brighton
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Datchet to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Datchet to Brighton will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 3 trains that leave Datchet for Brighton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.






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Journey information
Overview: Train from Datchet to Brighton
Trains from Datchet to Brighton run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 21:04 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Thameslink from Datchet to Brighton trainsSouth Western Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Datchet and Brighton from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Datchet to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Datchet to Brighton 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 Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Datchet and Brighton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:00 Saturday 08:00 - 13:00 Sunday Closed
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Near-level access to both platforms from separate entrances. Some access routes are up to 1:20 gradient, with very short graded sections on both sides of up to 1:10 gradient. Steps between platforms, or step-free approximately 70m via street and level crossing (full barrier). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Stands located on platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: High Street (B470) on Town Side of level crossing
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Domino's Pizza
- Salt and Charcoal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Travelodge Brighton
- ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern services
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