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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Brighton
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Brighton will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
Of the 2 trains that leave Preston 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 371 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.
12:003h57Preston15:57Brighton£841One-way0 changes- 10:004h13Preston14:13Brighton£1131One-way0 changes
- 12:003h57Preston15:57Brighton£841One-way0 changes
- 10:004h13Preston14:13Brighton£1131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Preston to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Preston to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 371 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£106 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £126 Average Price |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Brighton trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:01 Preston | 3h56 | 11:57 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Preston to Brighton by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 371 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 371 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 21:18 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from Preston to Brighton trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Preston and Brighton from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 Preston and Brighton
Most Preston to Brighton trains use the Preston to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Preston and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Brighton leave from?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston 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: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
Which Brighton station do trains from Preston 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 Moulsecoomb from Brighton city centre
Moulsecoomb is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Moulsecoomb train station facilities and services
Moulsecoomb has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moulsecoomb.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Moulsecoomb.
Bike and car services
Available at Moulsecoomb: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulsecoomb.
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