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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Herne Bay to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 107 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Herne Bay to Brighton:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Herne Bay to Brighton costing on average £53.
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 36m.
Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£31. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 1h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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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 Herne Bay to Brighton:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Herne Bay to Brighton costing on average £53.
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 36m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Herne Bay and Brighton as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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