4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Brighton
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Brighton will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leicester for Brighton every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
8:123h01Leicester11:13Brighton£711One-way0 changes
5:103h03Leicester8:13Brighton£881One-way0 changes- 9:123h01Leicester12:13Brighton£931One-way0 changes
- 8:302h48Leicester11:18Brighton£1031One-way0 changes
- 9:302h48Leicester12:18Brighton£1041One-way0 changes
- 9:302h48Leicester12:18Brighton£1041One-way0 changes
- 8:302h48Leicester11:18Brighton£1031One-way0 changes
- 9:123h01Leicester12:13Brighton£931One-way0 changes
- 8:123h01Leicester11:13Brighton£711One-way0 changes
- 5:103h03Leicester8:13Brighton£881One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 213 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£84 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Brighton trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:12 Leicester | 3h01 | 11:13 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:12 Leicester | 3h01 | 12:13 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:30 Leicester | 2h48 | 12:18 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Brighton
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Trains from Leicester to Brighton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 22:52 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Brighton trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Brighton from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester and Brighton
Most Leicester to Brighton trains use the Leicester to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Moulsecoomb. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Brighton leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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: Yes.
Which Brighton station do trains from Leicester 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.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Moulsecoomb from Brighton city centre
Moulsecoomb is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Moulsecoomb train station facilities and services
Moulsecoomb has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moulsecoomb.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Moulsecoomb.
Bike and car services
Available at Moulsecoomb: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulsecoomb.
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