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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Brighton
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£113
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Brighton will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
Of the 4 trains that leave York 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 354 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
9:313h47York13:18Brighton£771One-way0 changes
9:173h40York12:57Brighton£831One-way0 changes- 10:173h40York13:57Brighton£881One-way0 changes
- 6:103h38York9:48Brighton£2051One-way0 changes
- 6:103h38York9:48Brighton£2051One-way0 changes
- 10:173h40York13:57Brighton£881One-way0 changes
- 9:173h40York12:57Brighton£831One-way0 changes
- 9:313h47York13:18Brighton£771One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 354 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£84 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Brighton trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:30 York | 3h57 | 10:27 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:31 York | 3h47 | 13:18 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:17 York | 3h40 | 13:57 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Brighton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 354 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 354 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 22:59 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains from York to Brighton trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between York and Brighton from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Grand Central Trains
FAQs: York to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York and Brighton
Most York to Brighton trains use the York to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare York and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which York station do trains to Brighton leave from?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Brighton station do trains from York 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 Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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