Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) train

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN)

Showing times and prices for 20 Mar

Cheapest price

£117

Average price

£117

Fastest journey

2 h 48 m

Average duration

2 h 48 m

Trains per day

Distance

212 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) 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 Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £117.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester station (LEI) for Brighton station (BTN) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.

16:032h48

Leicester station (LEI)

18:51Brighton station (BTN)

£1171One-way

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Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes	Tickets
ThameslinkThameslink	16:03 Leicester station (LEI)	2h48	18:51 Brighton station (BTN)	0 changesDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN)

Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £20 by bus.

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

211 km

Average train duration

3h 3m

Cheapest ticket price

£30

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 47m

First train

05:13

Last train

18:30

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £20

Train companies: Thameslink and East Midlands Trains trains Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN)

Travel to Brighton station (BTN) from Leicester station (LEI) from £43 with Omio’s train partners Thameslink and East Midlands Trains! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: £57

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

East Midlands Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: £43

FAQs: Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) 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 Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN).

Cheap train tickets from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) can start from as little as £43 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) is £115; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) train travel time is 2 h 42 min for the 131 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) leaves at 04: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) leaves at 17: 06.

There are 8 trains a day from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) which require at least one change with Thameslink, East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Brighton station (BTN). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN).

When taking a train from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN), you can count on Thameslink, East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to Brighton station (BTN). You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Brighton station (BTN) from Leicester station (LEI) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 42 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) by train is June.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Leicester station (LEI) to Brighton station (BTN) including taking a train or coach.