- Must visit
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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Brighton will cost around $224 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
It's difficult to get from Bradford to Brighton without transferring at least once.

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Trains from Bradford to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€64) but you can travel from only $22 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 215 miles (347 km) distance in 3h 43m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bradford to Brighton.
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Bradford | 4h13 | 12:13 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:07 AM Bradford | 4h36 | 1:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Bradford | 4h18 | 1:53 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:44 AM Bradford | 4h09 | 1:53 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Bradford | 4h33 | 2:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:33 AM Bradford | 4h20 | 2:53 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:07 AM Bradford | 4h36 | 3:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:34 AM Bradford | 4h19 | 3:53 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:43 AM Bradford | 4h30 | 4:13 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:10 PM Bradford | 4h33 | 4:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:33 PM Bradford | 4h20 | 4:53 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:07 PM Bradford | 4h36 | 5:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Bradford | 4h18 | 5:53 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:43 PM Bradford | 4h30 | 6:13 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:06 PM Bradford | 4h37 | 6:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:33 PM Bradford | 4h20 | 6:53 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:06 PM Bradford | 4h37 | 7:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:34 PM Bradford | 4h19 | 7:53 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:43 PM Bradford | 4h30 | 8:13 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:07 PM Bradford | 4h36 | 8:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:33 PM Bradford | 4h20 | 8:53 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:07 PM Bradford | 4h36 | 9:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:35 PM Bradford | 4h18 | 9:53 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:08 PM Bradford | 4h35 | 10:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:33 PM Bradford | 4h20 | 10:53 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:06 PM Bradford | 4h37 | 11:43 PM Brighton | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bradford to Brighton with London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, and Grand Central Trains. High-speed trains available on this route with London North Eastern Railway and Grand Central Trains. Regional trains available on this route with Thameslink. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Discover the best of Brighton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brighton trip today.
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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Brighton Railway Station -> Churchill Square, Brighton
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Brighton.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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 Bradford to Brighton trains use the Bradford Interchange to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Check train stations information for Bradford and Brighton, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.