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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.
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Brighton will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Brighton without transferring at least 2 times.
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Trains from Bristol to Brighton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€31) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 2h 37m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bristol to Brighton.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Brighton trains for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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Y41768 · W35160+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45542 | On time 6:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 9:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
G14894+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77295 | On time 6:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 9:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G66987+ G15040+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45524 | 6:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h38 | 10:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
G14895+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77303 | On time 7:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 10:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W34663 · W35166+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45408 | On time 7:07 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h41 | 10:48 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
G15001+ L79353+ G26395+ G77319 | On time 7:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h05 | 11:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
G14896+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77311 | On time 7:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 10:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G14896 · G15092+ W45523 | On time 7:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h43 | 11:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G15213 · W35167+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77311 | On time 7:40 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 10:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
G14897+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77319 | On time 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 11:27 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G66721+ W35169+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45525 | On time 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h42 | 11:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
G66721+ W35169 · G15093+ W45525 | On time 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h42 | 11:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
G14898+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77327 | On time 8:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 11:57 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G01062+ G15041+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45545 | On time 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h40 | 12:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
W34472+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ X16739 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h43 | 12:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W34472 · G15095+ X16739 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h43 | 12:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G14899+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77344 | On time 9:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h28 | 12:58 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G01064+ W35432+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45482 | On time 9:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h45 | 1:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
W34477+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77350 | On time 10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 1:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G14903+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77370 | On time 12:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 3:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W34490+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77372 | On time 12:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 3:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G01073+ G15046+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77372 | On time 12:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h25 | 3:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
W34493+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77374 | On time 1:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 4:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G15220 · G15047 · G15103+ W45546 | On time 1:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h34 | 4:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
G15220 · G15047+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45546 | On time 1:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h34 | 4:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Bristol to Brighton with Great Western Railway, Thameslink, and Southern. Night trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. High-speed trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Regional trains available on this route with Great Western Railway, Thameslink, and Southern. 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 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.

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.
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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Parson Street is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Parson Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Parson Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parson Street: Parking.
Available at Parson Street: Bike Parking.
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.
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Preston Park.
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Check train stations information for Bristol and Brighton, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.