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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Brighton
Cheapest price
31Rp
Average price
128Rp
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Brighton will cost around 128Rp if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 31Rp.
To travel from Bristol to Brighton you need to make at least 2 changes.
G14898+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
G773278:30 AM3h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:57 AMBrighton station (BTN)31 Rp1One-way2 changes- G15003+
G886008:21 AM3h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:05 PMBrighton station (BTN)49 Rp1One-way1 change - W34961+G885705:52 AM3h43Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:35 AMBrighton station (BTN)49 Rp1One-way1 change
- W34957+G885655:01 AM4h04Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:05 AMBrighton station (BTN)49 Rp1One-way1 change
- W35090+
W45468+
C374964:53 AM3h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:18 AMBrighton station (BTN)49 Rp1One-way2 changes
- W34456+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W454275:23 AM3h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:48 AMBrighton station (BTN)68 Rp1One-way2 changes
- W35090+W45468+C374964:53 AM3h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:18 AMBrighton station (BTN)49 Rp1One-way2 changes
- G14895+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G773037:00 AM3h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:27 AMBrighton station (BTN)186 Rp1One-way2 changes
- G14898+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G773278:30 AM3h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:57 AMBrighton station (BTN)31 Rp1One-way2 changes
- G14897+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G773198:00 AM3h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:27 AMBrighton station (BTN)139 Rp1One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 13Rp. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 13Rp, and a train costs an average of 30Rp.
Distance: 185 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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58Rp Average Price | 21Rp Average Price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bristol to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35090+W45468+C37496 | 4:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h25 | 8:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| W34957+G88565 | 5:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h04 | 9:05 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| W34456+W45427+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 5:23 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h25 | 8:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| G14893+G28268+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 5:47 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h31 | 9:18 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| W34961+G88570 | 5:52 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h43 | 9:35 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| Y41768 · W35160+W45542+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 6:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 9:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
| G14894+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G77295 | 6:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 9:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
 G66987+G15040+W45524+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 6:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h38 | 10:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
Y41565+ L79517_L79347+G26392+G77311 | 6:40 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h17 | 10:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
| G14895+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G77303 | 7:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 10:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| W34663 · W35166+W45408+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 7:07 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h41 | 10:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
| G14897+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G77319 | 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 11:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| G66721+W35169 · G15093+W45525 | 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h42 | 11:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
| G66721+W35169+W45525+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h42 | 11:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
| G15003+G88600 | 8:21 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h44 | 12:05 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 change | |
| G14898+G77327+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | 8:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 11:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
| G01062+G15041+W45545+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h40 | 12:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Brighton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 30Rp but you can travel from only 13Rp by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 185 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 185 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price 30Rp |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 1:20 AM |
Last train 10:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Southern, Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Brighton trainsGreat Western Railway, Southern, Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Brighton from 13Rp. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol and Brighton
Most Bristol to Brighton trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Brighton station do trains from Bristol 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 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.
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.
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