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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Brightons
Cheapest price
£96
Average price
£143
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Brightons is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Brightons will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £96.
To travel from Manchester to Brightons you need to make at least one change.
22:2410h46Manchester9:10Polmont£961One-way2 changes
6:263h36Manchester10:02Polmont£981One-way1 change- 8:243h37Manchester12:01Polmont£981One-way1 change
- 10:243h40Manchester14:04Polmont£981One-way1 change
- 12:243h39Manchester16:03Polmont£981One-way1 change
- 6:263h36Manchester10:02Polmont£981One-way1 change
- 8:243h37Manchester12:01Polmont£981One-way1 change
- 20:253h38Manchester0:03Polmont£981One-way1 change
- 12:243h39Manchester16:03Polmont£981One-way1 change
- 18:243h39Manchester22:03Polmont£981One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Brightons
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Brightons among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 294 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price | £106 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Brightons train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Brightons trains for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:25 Manchester | 3h38 | 0:03 Polmont | 1 change | |
| 22:24 Manchester | 10h46 | 9:10 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 26 May | |||||
| 6:26 Manchester | 3h36 | 10:02 Polmont | 1 change | |
| 7:25 Manchester | 4h14 | 11:39 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| 8:24 Manchester | 3h37 | 12:01 Polmont | 1 change | |
| 8:53 Manchester | 3h46 | 12:39 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| 9:53 Manchester | 3h45 | 13:38 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| 10:24 Manchester | 3h40 | 14:04 Polmont | 1 change | |
| 10:53 Manchester | 3h47 | 14:40 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| 11:24 Manchester | 4h15 | 15:39 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| 12:24 Manchester | 3h39 | 16:03 Polmont | 1 change | |
| 12:53 Manchester | 3h46 | 16:39 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| 13:24 Manchester | 4h16 | 17:40 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| 14:24 Manchester | 3h43 | 18:07 Polmont | 1 change | |
| 14:53 Manchester | 3h45 | 18:38 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| 16:25 Manchester | 3h40 | 20:05 Polmont | 1 change | |
| 16:53 Manchester | 3h45 | 20:38 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| 17:24 Manchester | 4h14 | 21:38 Polmont | 2 changes | |
| 18:24 Manchester | 3h39 | 22:03 Polmont | 1 change | |
| 18:53 Manchester | 3h44 | 22:37 Polmont | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Brightons
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Brightons run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 09:34. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 9:34 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Brightons trainsNorthern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Brightons from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Brightons train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Brightons 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 Brightons, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Brightons
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- 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: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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