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Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Contemporary art gallery in the Royal Pavilion Garden, showing major exhibitions in a restored historic building.
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£166
Fastest journey
6 h 19 m
Average duration
6 h 32 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
623 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Brighton will cost around £166 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Of the 7 trains that leave Glasgow for Brighton every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 623 km distance in an average of 6 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 3 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.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Brighton 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 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 623 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£126 Average Price | £49 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Brighton trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34039+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G77368 | On time 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h19 | 14:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W33970+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G77372 | On time 9:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h21 | 15:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W33973+ G77375+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | On time 10:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h19 | 16:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W34172+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G77243 | On time 11:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h28 | 18:04 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W34063+ G77260+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | On time 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h24 | 19:04 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W33889+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G77276 | On time 13:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h31 | 20:04 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 623 km distance in 6h 17m.
Distance 623 km |
Average train duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 17m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 23:40 |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Brighton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brighton trip today.
Contemporary art gallery in the Royal Pavilion Garden, showing major exhibitions in a restored historic building.
Museum inside the Royal Pavilion Estate covering local history, fashion, decorative art and changing exhibitions.
Seafront gallery dedicated to photography and contemporary visual culture, with changing exhibitions and events.
Narrow historic lanes filled with independent shops and characterful passages, ideal for a classic Brighton wander.
Bohemian shopping district known for street art, vintage stores, market atmosphere and a strong local feel.
Large central green space with formal gardens, open lawns, playgrounds and easy access from the station and seafront.
Fresh herring traditionally smoked over oak, a Sussex speciality long linked to the old fishing trade around Brighton and nearby coastal towns.
Classic British fish and chips made with fresh local catch and chips by the seaside; a staple meal closely tied to Brighton’s coastal identity.
A long-standing Brighton favourite: dry-cured pork sausages, usually grilled or fried, known locally through the city’s famous sausage makers.
Elegant restaurant serving seasonal British tasting menus in a refined but welcoming setting close to the seafront.
Lively modern Indian restaurant in The Lanes, known for creative small plates, bold flavours and a stylish atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fish, oysters and classic British dishes in a polished room near the city centre.
Moderate for a UK seaside city. Hotels and dining are pricier than many British towns, but buses, casual eats and supermarket options help keep daily costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Brighton Station -> North Street, Brighton
The distance from Glasgow in Scotland to Brighton in the south of England is around 463 miles, with trains completing the journey in between 6 hours 30 minutes and 9 hours 30 minutes. Trains depart from Glasgow Central Station and arrive at the main train station in the centre of Brighton. There are no direct trains from Glasgow to Brighton, with two or more changes needed. Virgin Railways provides the service out of Glasgow station, with Southern Railways completing the journey into Brighton. Changes are needed at London Euston and Victoria stations. Trains from Glasgow to Brighton run throughout the day with two departures every hour.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Brighton trains use the Glasgow Central to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
Carntyne is 5 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Carntyne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Carntyne.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Carntyne: Parking.
Available at Carntyne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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 options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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