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Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Museum inside the Royal Pavilion Estate covering Brighton’s history, fashion, art, and design in one of the city’s core heritage sites.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
$48
Average ticket price on Oct 13
$79
Fastest journey on Oct 13
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
3 h 10 m
Trains on Oct 13
13
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Brighton will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Brighton without transferring at least 2 times.
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W45406+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge
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Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
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G77370+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G77374Trains from Birmingham to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (220 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 136 miles (220 km) |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34115+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G77319 | 8:17 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h10 | 11:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W34284+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W45430 | 8:21 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h27 | 11:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33891+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G77327 | 8:47 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h10 | 11:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W34207+ G77335+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 9:17 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h10 | 12:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33942+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W45402 | 9:21 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h27 | 12:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
C29759+ Tube from London Marylebone to London Bridge+ W45569 | 9:45 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h58 | 1:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33940+ G77344+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 9:47 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h11 | 12:58 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33910+ G27789 · G26427 · G88646 | 12:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h03 | 4:06 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 4 transfers | |
W33903+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G77370 | 12:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h10 | 3:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33910+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W45431 | 12:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h27 | 3:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33937+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G77372 | 12:47 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h10 | 3:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33933+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G77374 | 1:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h10 | 4:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33922+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W45406 | 1:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h27 | 4:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
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Museum inside the Royal Pavilion Estate covering Brighton’s history, fashion, art, and design in one of the city’s core heritage sites.
Elegant historic house displaying decorative art, period interiors, and changing exhibitions. Strong choice for design and Regency culture.
Leading contemporary art gallery in the Royal Pavilion Estate, showing international artists and thought-provoking modern exhibitions.
Historic maze of narrow alleys filled with independent shops and old buildings. Essential for atmosphere, strolling, and Brighton character.
Open-air shopping district known for colourful streets, murals, markets, and creative independent culture. Popular with locals and visitors alike.
Wide seafront promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and sea views, linking major Brighton attractions along the coast.
Fresh local cod or haddock in crisp batter with chips. A British seaside staple strongly associated with Brighton’s beachfront food culture.
Kippers are herring split, salted and cold-smoked. Traditionally eaten for breakfast on the south coast and valued for their rich smoky flavour.
A Sussex pub classic of slow-braised beef cooked in dark ale, often with root vegetables. It reflects the county’s strong brewing and farming traditions.
Elegant fine dining destination in The Lanes serving refined tasting menus with strong local sourcing and a calm intimate atmosphere.
Well-known independent pizzeria using wood-fired ovens and quality toppings. Casual, lively and popular for a relaxed meal near the seafront.
Acclaimed modern British restaurant with tasting menus, polished service and creative seasonal cooking in central Brighton.
Brighton is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels, seafront dining, and attractions add up, though buses and casual eats help keep daily costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.

Most Birmingham to Brighton trains use the Birmingham New Street to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Birmingham New Street 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 options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Longbridge is 10 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Longbridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Longbridge.
Ticket office support is available at Longbridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Longbridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Longbridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Longbridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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