The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Brighton
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
88€
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
163€
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
6 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
6 h 43 m
Trains on 28 Sept
7
Distance
623 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Brighton will cost around 163€ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 88€.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 7 trains from Glasgow to Brighton, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 623 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 12 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.
4:48 AM7h10Glasgow11:58 AMBrighton88 €1One-way0 changes
12:33 PM6h31Glasgow7:04 PMBrighton130 €1One-way0 changes
12:40 PM6h24Glasgow7:04 PMBrighton184 €1One-way0 changes
5:45 AM7h12Glasgow12:57 PMBrighton185 €1One-way0 changes
6:45 AM7h12Glasgow1:57 PMBrighton185 €1One-way0 changes
10:38 AM6h19Glasgow4:57 PMBrighton185 €1One-way0 changes
12:40 PM6h24Glasgow7:04 PMBrighton184 €1One-way0 changes
12:33 PM6h31Glasgow7:04 PMBrighton130 €1One-way0 changes
4:48 AM7h10Glasgow11:58 AMBrighton88 €1One-way0 changes
5:45 AM7h12Glasgow12:57 PMBrighton185 €1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Glasgow to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:48 AM Glasgow | 7h10 | 11:58 AM Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:45 AM Glasgow | 7h12 | 12:57 PM Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Glasgow | 7h12 | 1:57 PM Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:38 AM Glasgow | 6h19 | 4:57 PM Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Glasgow | 7h19 | 6:04 PM Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:33 PM Glasgow | 6h31 | 7:04 PM Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 PM Glasgow | 6h24 | 7:04 PM Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Brighton
Trains from Glasgow to Brighton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 74€ but you can travel from only 31€ by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 623 km distance in 5h 39m.
Distance 623 km |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price 74€ |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 39m |
First train 3:48 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo from Glasgow to Brighton trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo trains will get you between Glasgow and Brighton from 31€. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow and Brighton
Most Glasgow to Brighton trains use the Glasgow Central to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Brighton station do trains from Glasgow 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.
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