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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Brighton
Cheapest price
$140
Average price
$181
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Brighton will cost around $181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $140.
Of the 2 trains that leave Darlington for Brighton on Mon, May 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 422 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.
4:58 AM4h29Darlington9:27 AMBrighton$1401One-way0 transfers- 8:26 AM4h32Darlington12:58 PMBrighton$2231One-way0 transfers
- 4:58 AM4h29Darlington9:27 AMBrighton$1401One-way0 transfers
- 8:26 AM4h32Darlington12:58 PMBrighton$2231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Darlington to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $102.
Distance: 262 miles (422 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$159 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Darlington to Brighton:
A bus is $123 (€99) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darlington to Brighton costing on average $159 (€129).
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 26m.
You'll arrive about 1h 33m sooner (3h 57m by train vs 5h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $159 (€129) compared to roughly $109 (€88) 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
Darlington to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Brighton trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 6:26 PM Darlington | 4h17 | 10:43 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| 6:58 PM Darlington | 3h55 | 10:53 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| 7:26 PM Darlington | 4h17 | 11:43 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| 7:58 PM Darlington | 4h15 | 12:13 AM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| 8:36 PM Darlington | 4h18 | 12:54 AM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| 9:02 PM Darlington | 4h22 | 1:24 AM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| 9:30 PM Darlington | 4h58 | 2:28 AM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
| 4:58 AM Darlington | 4h29 | 9:27 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:26 AM Darlington | 4h32 | 12:58 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Darlington to Brighton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€83) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 20:09. The fastest train covers the 262 miles (422 km) distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 262 miles (422 km) |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€83) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 4:12 AM |
Last train 8:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Darlington to Brighton trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Darlington and Brighton from $36 (€29). 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 Darlington to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Darlington to Brighton
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WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
- Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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