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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to Brighton
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Margate to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to Brighton will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 2 trains that leave Margate for Brighton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.
7:553h23Margate11:18Brighton£291One-way0 changes- 7:243h24Margate10:48Brighton£391One-way0 changes
- 7:553h23Margate11:18Brighton£291One-way0 changes
- 7:243h24Margate10:48Brighton£391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Margate to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Margate to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 123 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Margate to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:24 Margate | 3h24 | 10:48 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:55 Margate | 3h23 | 11:18 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Margate to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Margate to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Southern, Southeastern from Margate to Brighton trainsSouthern, Southeastern trains will get you between Margate and Brighton from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Margate to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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 Margate and Brighton
Most Margate to Brighton trains use the Margate to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Margate and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Margate station do trains to Brighton leave from?
Getting to Margate from Margate city centre
Margate is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
Margate train station facilities and services
Margate has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Margate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Margate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Margate. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Margate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Margate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Margate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via subway, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Brighton station do trains from Margate 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 Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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.
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