The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Brighton
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Brighton will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 trains that leave Saint Leonards-on-Sea for Brighton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.










Live departures
Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Brighton trains for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:22 St Leonards Warrior Square | 1h19 | 09:41 Brighton | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:42 St Leonards Warrior Square | 1h09 | 09:51 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:16 St Leonards Warrior Square | 1h09 | 10:25 Brighton | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:22 St Leonards Warrior Square | 1h19 | 10:41 Brighton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:14 St Leonards Warrior Square | 1h11 | 11:25 Brighton | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Brighton
Trains from Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Brighton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 23:34 |
Train companies: Southern from Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Brighton trainsSouthern trains will get you between Saint Leonards-on-Sea and Brighton from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint Leonards-on-Sea 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 Saint Leonards-on-Sea and Brighton
- 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
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