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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN)
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €29
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €62
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 3 h 49 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 4 h 19 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 7
- Distance
- 224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 7 trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN), including 7 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 49 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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.
7:27 AM 4h38 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:05 PM Brighton station (BTN) €29 1 One-way 0 transfers5:27 PM 4h42 Cardiff Central (CDF) 10:09 PM Brighton station (BTN) €38 1 One-way 0 transfers5:28 AM 4h37 Cardiff Central (CDF) 10:05 AM Brighton station (BTN) €40 1 One-way 0 transfers8:27 AM 4h38 Cardiff Central (CDF) 1:05 PM Brighton station (BTN) €56 1 One-way 0 transfers6:28 AM 4h37 Cardiff Central (CDF) 11:05 AM Brighton station (BTN) €62 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:54 AM 3h49 Cardiff Central (CDF) 8:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) €67 1 One-way 0 transfers8:20 PM 3h56 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:16 AM Brighton station (BTN) €144 1 One-way 0 transfers6:28 AM 4h37 Cardiff Central (CDF) 11:05 AM Brighton station (BTN) €62 1 One-way 0 transfers5:28 AM 4h37 Cardiff Central (CDF) 10:05 AM Brighton station (BTN) €40 1 One-way 0 transfers8:27 AM 4h38 Cardiff Central (CDF) 1:05 PM Brighton station (BTN) €56 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 13:30. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 1:30 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN) trip
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C50038 · C33124+ G26090 | On time 8:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h57 | 1:47 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
C50038+G26090+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 8:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h57 | 1:47 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
| W34973+G88602 | On time 9:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h03 | 2:21 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
| C00165 · C33125+G26091 | On time 9:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h42 | 2:17 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
| C00165+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G26091 | On time 9:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h42 | 2:17 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
| C00123+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+G26093 | On time 10:20 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h57 | 3:17 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
| 4:54 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 8:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:28 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h37 | 10:05 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:28 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h37 | 11:05 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:27 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h38 | 12:05 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN)
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Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brighton station (BTN) trains use the Cardiff Central to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and Brighton station (BTN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central 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, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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.
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