How to get to Brighton from Darlington

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Compare coach and train for Darlington to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, while a train costs an average of £118.

Distance: 422 km

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£50

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Cheapest

£118

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£79

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 53m

Average total duration

9h 23m

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4h 14m

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3h 44m

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5h 30m

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The cheapest way to travel from Darlington to Brighton is a coach with an average price of £50.

This is compared to other travel options from Darlington to Brighton:

A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darlington to Brighton costing on average £118.

The fastest way to travel from Darlington to Brighton is by train with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Brighton take longer:

Coach takes on average 9h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Darlington and Brighton including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £79 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 9h 23m versus 5h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Darlington to Brighton

How to get to Brighton from Darlington by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Darlington to Brighton is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    9:583h55
    Darlington
    13:53Brighton
    £1921One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    9:583h55
    Darlington
    13:53Brighton
    £1921One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    9:583h55
    Darlington
    13:53Brighton
    £1921One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    10:583h55
    Darlington
    14:53Brighton
    £1921One-way
    1 change
  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    11:583h55
    Darlington
    15:53Brighton
    £1921One-way
    1 change
  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    12:583h55
    Darlington
    16:53Brighton
    £1921One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Darlington to Brighton

Travel 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 Darlington to Brighton.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Darlington and Brighton including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Darlington to Brighton is a coach with an average price of £50.

This is compared to other travel options from Darlington to Brighton:

A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darlington to Brighton costing on average £118.

The fastest way to travel from Darlington to Brighton is by train with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Brighton take longer:

Coach takes on average 9h 53m.

The Darlington to Brighton distance is approximately 422 km.
The average frequency per day from Darlington to Brighton is:
  • Around 6 coaches per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Darlington and Brighton as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Darlington to Brighton:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) and arrive in Brighton, Preston Circus.
  • Trains mostly depart from Darlington station (DAR) and arrive in Brighton station (BTN).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Darlington to Brighton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains to go to Brighton by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Brighton by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Darlington to Brighton often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Bridge (LBG), London Victoria (VIC), London Gatwick Airport, London St Pancras International (STP). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brighton and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Darlington to Brighton, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
In Brighton, you can explore the vibrant street art scene with guided tours, visit the British Airways i360 for panoramic views, enjoy performances at the Brighton Dome, and take a scenic walk along the Undercliff Walk. Experience the nightlife in lively bars and clubs. Best sights include the exotic Royal Pavilion, historic Brighton Pier, popular Brighton Beach, charming Lanes, and the Brighton Museum & Art Gallery.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Brighton's main attractions, enjoy its vibrant culture, and relax by the seaside.

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