The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£121
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h
Trains per day
6
Distance
604 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) you need to make at least one change.
G08180+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+
G773568:005h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:57Brighton station (BTN)£1151One-way2 changes
G08180+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+
W455518:006h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:13Brighton station (BTN)£1151One-way2 changes
G08186+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+
G773689:005h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:57Brighton station (BTN)£1251One-way2 changes
G25682+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+
W455588:266h17Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:43Brighton station (BTN)£1251One-way2 changes
G25682+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+
G773628:266h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:27Brighton station (BTN)£1251One-way2 changes
G25682+
W454738:265h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:18Brighton station (BTN)£1251One-way1 change
G08180+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+
G773568:005h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:57Brighton station (BTN)£1151One-way2 changes
G08186+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+
G773689:005h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:57Brighton station (BTN)£1251One-way2 changes
G25682+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+
G773628:266h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:27Brighton station (BTN)£1251One-way2 changes
G08180+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+
W455518:006h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:13Brighton station (BTN)£1151One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 604 km
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£85 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 47m Average total duration 12h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G08175+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77344 | On time 7:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h58 | 12:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
G08180+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77356 | On time 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h57 | 13:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
G08180+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+ W45551 | On time 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 14:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
G25682+ W45473 | On time 8:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h52 | 14:18 Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
G25682+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+ W45558 | On time 8:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h17 | 14:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
G25682+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77362 | On time 8:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h01 | 14:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
G08186+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77368 | On time 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h57 | 14:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
G80049+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77372 | On time 10:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h57 | 15:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
G80055+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77375 | On time 11:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h57 | 16:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 604 km distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 604 km |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 20:20 |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Brighton station (BTN) from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) 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 station (BTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Brighton station (BTN)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Brighton station (BTN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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.
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