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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £296.
Distance: 714 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£138 Average Price | £296 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £158 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 44m Average total duration 15h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Brighton:
A coach is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Brighton costing on average £138.
A coach is £240 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Brighton costing on average £296.
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 38m.
Coach takes on average 15h 44m.
The journey is about 1h 59m faster (8h 8m by train vs 10h 7m by car) and roughly £20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£138 vs £158). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Brighton from Aberdeen by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Aberdeen to Brighton is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Brighton are London, Lewes, Portsmouth, Eastbourne and Hastings. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Brighton on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Lewes is a historic East Sussex town known for its castle, independent shops and famous Bonfire Night celebrations. On the edge of the South Downs, it mixes medieval streets, old pubs and literary and political history.
Portsmouth is a waterfront city on England’s south coast, known for its naval heritage and historic dockyard. Its island setting, working harbour and seafront give it a distinctly maritime character, with Old Portsmouth adding older streets and pubs.
Eastbourne is a south coast seaside town known for its Victorian seafront, long promenade and beach near Beachy Head. It feels more traditional and relaxed than larger resorts, with theatres, gardens and access to the South Downs.
Hastings is a historic seaside town known for the 1066 battle nearby, its fishing fleet and its compact Old Town. It combines shingle beaches and cliff views with a creative, slightly rough-edged coastal character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Brighton:
A coach is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Brighton costing on average £138.
A coach is £240 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Brighton costing on average £296.
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 38m.
Coach takes on average 15h 44m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aberdeen and Brighton as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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