The cheapest and fastest trains from Ormskirk to Brighton
Cheapest price
£277
Average price
£277
Fastest journey
6 h 6 m
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ormskirk to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ormskirk to Brighton will cost around £277 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £277.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ormskirk for Brighton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 6 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Ormskirk to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ormskirk to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £63, and a flight costs an average of £320.
Distance: 357 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£84 Average Price Cheapest | £320 Average Price |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ormskirk to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Ormskirk to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:51 Ormskirk | 6h06 | 10:57 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ormskirk to Brighton
Trains from Ormskirk to Brighton run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 12:21. The fastest train covers the 357 km distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 357 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 12:21 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail from Ormskirk to Brighton trainsAvanti West Coast, Merseyrail trains will get you between Ormskirk and Brighton from £63. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ormskirk to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk and Brighton
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:35 - 00:27 Sunday 08:05 - 00:27 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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” Ticket office and platforms are step free, however car park has uneven ramp access.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the station approach
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Domino's Pizza
- Salt and Charcoal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Travelodge Brighton
- ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern services
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