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The Bus Museum
Volunteer-run transport museum with vintage buses and memorabilia, offering a practical look at West Yorkshire's road transport history.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 47 m
Trains on 18 Sept
15
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Brighouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Brighouse will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 15 trains from London to Brighouse, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 268 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.
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L89293
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L89492
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L89288
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L89284Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Brighouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a flight costs an average of £137.
Distance: 268 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £137 Average Price | £66 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Brighouse:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Brighouse costing on average £40.
A coach is £116 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Brighouse costing on average £137.
Other travel options to Brighouse take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 49m.
Coach takes on average 5h 19m.
The journey is about 1h 34m faster (2h 49m by train vs 4h 23m by car) and roughly £26 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£40 vs £66). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Grand Central Trains, Grand Central Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Brighouse trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G08076+ L89401 | On time 6:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h21 | 9:21 Brighouse station (BGH) | 1 change | |
C02149+ L89254 | On time 6:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h10 | 9:50 Brighouse station (BGH) | 1 change | |
C02087+ L89406 | On time 7:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h13 | 10:23 Brighouse station (BGH) | 1 change | |
C02083+ L89257 | On time 7:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h11 | 10:50 Brighouse station (BGH) | 1 change | |
G08084+ L89415 | On time 8:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h14 | 11:24 Brighouse station (BGH) | 1 change | |
C02169+ L89260 | On time 8:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h10 | 11:50 Brighouse station (BGH) | 1 change | |
Y14838 | On time 16:25 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h45 | 19:10 Brighouse station (BGH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C02020+ G89999+ Y14838 | On time 16:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 19:10 Brighouse station (BGH) | 2 changes | |
C02020+ L89288 | On time 16:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h11 | 19:50 Brighouse station (BGH) | 1 change | |
G08135+ L89492 | On time 17:08 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h15 | 20:23 Brighouse station (BGH) | 1 change | |
C02098+ P24509 | On time 17:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h11 | 20:50 Brighouse station (BGH) | 1 change | |
C02132+ L89293 | On time 18:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h10 | 21:49 Brighouse station (BGH) | 1 change | |
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Trains from London to Brighouse run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 268 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 268 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Brighouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brighouse trip today.
Volunteer-run transport museum with vintage buses and memorabilia, offering a practical look at West Yorkshire's road transport history.
Local history museum at nearby Bankfield House with costume, art and social history displays that add context to Calderdale's past.
Small regimental museum in Halifax with uniforms, medals and archives, useful for visitors interested in Yorkshire military history.
Popular canal-side walking route with locks, boats and waterside views, ideal for an easy stroll close to the town centre.
Large park and woodland area with walking paths, open green space and family-friendly scenery on the edge of Brighouse.
Main shopping street through central Brighouse, lined with independent shops and historic buildings that show the town's everyday character.
A rich West Yorkshire fruit loaf packed with currants and peel, traditionally eaten sliced with cheese or butter. It is a much-loved regional tea-time staple.
A strong crumbly blue cheese from Yorkshire with a sharp, creamy flavour. It is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods and often served with fruit cake.
Thin beef sausages seasoned with mace and pepper, traditionally made in Yorkshire and often served with mashed potato and onion gravy.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a contemporary, welcoming setting near the centre of Brighouse.
Well-known local café and restaurant popular for brunch, cakes, coffee and light lunches in a friendly casual setting.
Smart yet relaxed restaurant in Brighouse known for modern British cooking, cocktails and a lively town-centre atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and coffee are fairly typical for West Yorkshire, while accommodation is usually cheaper than in major tourist cities such as London or Edinburgh.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Brighouse 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 Brighouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Brighouse trains use the London Kings Cross to Brighouse station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Brighouse train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria 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 and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo 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 London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Brighouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Brighouse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighouse: Parking.
Available at Brighouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Ramped access to both platforms via road bridge. Step free access from the car park to the station entrance, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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