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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 on 29 Aug
£51
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£84
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
4 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
4 h 18 m
Trains on 29 Aug
11
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Brighton will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
To travel from Liverpool to Brighton you need to make at least 2 changes.
C16926 · C17756 · Y80822+
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C16928 · Y80834 · C17985+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
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G27079Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 346 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg 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 Liverpool to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W33412+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G27079 | 8:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h23 | 12:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
C16921+ W33562+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G27079 | 8:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h17 | 12:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
C16921 · C17948 · Y80811+ G27786 | 8:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h55 | 14:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 5 changes | |
C16924 · Y80822+ G88095 · G88636 | 8:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h32 | 15:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 4 changes | |
C16924 · Y80822 · C17756+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 8:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h03 | 14:36 Brighton station (BTN) | 5 changes | |
W33621+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G27080 | 8:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h14 | 12:57 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W33727+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G27081 | 9:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h22 | 13:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
C16926 · C17756 · Y80822+ G27788 | 9:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h53 | 15:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 5 changes | |
C16926+ W33590+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G27081 | 9:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h15 | 13:27 Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
C16928 · Y80834+ G88105 · G27790 | 9:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h32 | 16:05 Brighton station (BTN) | 4 changes | |
C16928 · Y80834 · C17985+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 9:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h02 | 15:35 Brighton station (BTN) | 5 changes | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Brighton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 346 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 346 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 0:39 |
Last train 20:51 |
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Brighton trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
London Road (Brighton) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Domino's Pizza, Salt and Charcoal
Free.
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Brighton). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at London Road (Brighton). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Road (Brighton): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Road (Brighton): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Road (Brighton): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Brighton, ibis Brighton City Centre - Station, Jurys Inn Brighton.
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