The cheapest and fastest trains from Grimsby to Brighton
Cheapest price
£162
Average price
£186
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grimsby to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grimsby to Brighton will cost around £186 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £162.
To travel from Grimsby to Brighton you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:574h51Grimsby10:48Brighton£1621One-way2 changes
8:154h28Grimsby12:43Brighton£1621One-way2 changes
10:154h28Grimsby14:43Brighton£1621One-way2 changes
12:154h28Grimsby16:43Brighton£1621One-way2 changes
5:135h00Grimsby10:13Brighton£1961One-way2 changes
7:344h14Grimsby11:48Brighton£1961One-way2 changes
8:344h14Grimsby12:48Brighton£1961One-way2 changes
9:344h14Grimsby13:48Brighton£1961One-way2 changes
10:344h14Grimsby14:48Brighton£1961One-way2 changes
11:344h14Grimsby15:48Brighton£1961One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Grimsby to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Grimsby to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 304 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£67 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Grimsby to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Grimsby to Brighton trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:13 Grimsby | 5h00 | 10:13 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 5:57 Grimsby | 4h51 | 10:48 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:30 Grimsby | 4h43 | 11:13 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:34 Grimsby | 4h14 | 11:48 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:15 Grimsby | 4h28 | 12:43 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:34 Grimsby | 4h14 | 12:48 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:34 Grimsby | 4h14 | 13:48 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:15 Grimsby | 4h28 | 14:43 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:34 Grimsby | 4h14 | 14:48 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:34 Grimsby | 4h14 | 15:48 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:15 Grimsby | 4h28 | 16:43 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:34 Grimsby | 4h14 | 16:48 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:34 Grimsby | 4h17 | 17:51 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:15 Grimsby | 4h30 | 18:45 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:34 Grimsby | 4h17 | 18:51 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:34 Grimsby | 4h17 | 19:51 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:15 Grimsby | 5h28 | 21:43 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:34 Grimsby | 4h14 | 20:48 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:34 Grimsby | 4h39 | 22:13 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:34 Grimsby | 4h39 | 23:13 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:34 Grimsby | 4h39 | 0:13 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:34 Grimsby | 4h50 | 1:24 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:35 Grimsby | 8h35 | 6:10 Brighton | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby to Brighton
Trains from Grimsby to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 304 km distance in 5h 48m.
Distance 304 km |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 48m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 19:34 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express from Grimsby to Brighton trainseast_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Grimsby and Brighton from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Grimsby to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby 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 Grimsby and Brighton
Most Grimsby to Brighton trains use the Grimsby Town to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare Grimsby and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Grimsby station do trains to Brighton leave from?
Getting to Grimsby Town from Grimsby city centre
Grimsby Town train station facilities and services
Grimsby Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby Town.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grimsby Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grimsby Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Brighton station do trains from Grimsby arrive at?
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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