Stafford to Brighton train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£0

Average price

£183

Fastest journey

2 h 59 m

Average duration

2 h 59 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

258 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast trains

To travel from Stafford to Brighton you need to make at least one change.

West Midlands Trains
05:333h15
Stafford
08:48Brighton
Find prices
1 change
Avanti West Coast
05:563h17
Stafford
09:13Brighton
£1831One-way
1 change
Avanti West Coast
06:223h21
Stafford
09:43Brighton
£1831One-way
1 change
Avanti West Coast
07:142h59
Stafford
10:13Brighton
£1831One-way
1 change
Avanti West Coast
08:142h59
Stafford
11:13Brighton
£1831One-way
1 change

Live departures

Stafford to Brighton train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:48
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
west_midlands_rail05:09 Stafford
3h56
09:05 Brighton0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stafford to Brighton

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Trains from Stafford to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
258 km
Average train duration
3h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£49
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 14m
First train
04:12
Last train
22:26
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Stafford to Brighton trainsThameslink, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Stafford and Brighton from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 14m
Cheapest Price
£49
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Stafford to Brighton train

FAQs: Travel by train from Stafford to Brighton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stafford to Brighton.
FAQs
Booking trains from Stafford to Brighton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Stafford to Brighton is 258 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Stafford to Brighton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £49, while the average price tends to be around £110.
The train journey from Stafford to Brighton covers a distance of 258 km and takes approximately 3h 14m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Brighton is by train, costing approximately £49.
The first train from Stafford to Brighton leaves at 4:12.
The last train from Stafford to Brighton departs at 22:26.
Trains from Stafford to Brighton run approximately 5 times per day.
The train station in Stafford that goes to Brighton is Stafford station (STA), and it arrives at Brighton station (BTN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stafford to Brighton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stafford to Brighton.
There is no night train service from Stafford to Brighton.
Yes, you can take the train from Stafford to Brighton.
To travel from Stafford to Brighton, you can take a train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stafford and Brighton

Stafford
Brighton
The major train station for departures in Stafford is Stafford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stafford for your trip from Stafford to Brighton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Stafford Multi Story (Car Park 2)
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: 84 cycle spaces in two bays on platform 1 with 42 cycle spaces in Car Park 2 (Multi-Story)
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stafford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station on the left hand side.
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