The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Windermere
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
6 h 22 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
437 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Windermere will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Windermere on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 437 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 22 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 22 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.
1:58 PM6h22Brighton8:20 PMWindermere$1671One-way0 transfers
1:58 PM6h22Brighton8:20 PMWindermere$1671One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Brighton to Windermere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $65, and a train costs an average of $129.
Distance: 271 miles (437 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$173 Average price | $164 Average price Cheapest | $117 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Windermere:
A flight is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Windermere costing on average $173 (€142).
Other travel options to Windermere take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 29m.
You'll arrive about 1h 24m sooner (4h 29m by train vs 5h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $173 (€142) compared to roughly $117 (€96) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Brighton to Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Windermere trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W33379+ G89065+ G77262 | On time 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 5h15 | 1:54 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W33738+ G77270+ G85384 | On time 9:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 5h17 | 2:56 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W33773+ G85394+ G77278 | On time 10:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 5h17 | 3:56 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
G77286+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W33793+ G89067 | On time 11:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 5h14 | 4:53 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W33395+ G77294+ G85404 | On time 12:39 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 5h22 | 6:01 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W33574+ G77302+ G85414 | On time 1:39 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 5h10 | 6:49 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Windermere
Trains from Brighton to Windermere run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $129 (€106) but you can travel from only $65 (€53) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 18:55. The fastest train covers the 271 miles (437 km) distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 271 miles (437 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $129 (€106) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 6:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink from Brighton to Windermere trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Windermere from $65 (€53). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Windermere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Windermere 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 Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Windermere
Most Brighton to Windermere trains use the Brighton to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Windermere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Windermere leave from?
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.
Which Windermere station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to Windermere from Windermere city centre
Windermere train station facilities and services
Windermere has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Windermere.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Windermere.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Windermere: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Windermere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Windermere: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, 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: No.
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