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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Brighton
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£116
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
461 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Brighton will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 4 trains that leave Sunderland 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 461 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 5 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, coach and flight for Sunderland to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. 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 coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 461 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£106 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £132 Average Price |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:52 Sunderland | 6h05 | 10:57 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:29 Sunderland | 5h58 | 13:27 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:32 Sunderland | 5h55 | 13:27 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:47 Sunderland | 5h40 | 13:27 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Brighton
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Trains from Sunderland to Brighton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 461 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 461 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 18:47 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains from Sunderland to Brighton trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Sunderland and Brighton from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sunderland to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland and Brighton
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
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LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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