4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dorchester to Brighton
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dorchester to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dorchester to Brighton will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dorchester for Brighton on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Dorchester to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dorchester to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 100 miles (162 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€43 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dorchester to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Dorchester to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:07 AM Dorchester | 3h28 | 10:35 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:33 AM Dorchester | 3h33 | 1:06 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dorchester to Brighton
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Trains from Dorchester to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (162 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 100 miles (162 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 21:10 |
Train companies: Southern from Dorchester to Brighton trainsSouthern trains will get you between Dorchester and Brighton from $33 (€27). 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 Dorchester to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorchester 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 Dorchester to Brighton
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 18:15 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station. Some step-free access to all platforms - please check details - Ramp to Platform 1 at approx 1:14 gradient (to London) via Booking Hall, or level via car park (1 step via side gate next to Booking Hall when closed). Ramp at approx 1:20 to Platform 2 (to Weymouth) from separate entrance. Interchange via street over 1km so no reasonable step-free access between platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. Separate Male toilet facilities. Female and Accessible toilet is combined. Accessible toilets are located in the booking hall on platform 1. The toilets are open: Monday to Friday – 05:50 to 18:15 Saturday – 06:45 to 17:00 Sunday – 08:30 to 16:00
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: In the booking hall. Area is heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Weymouth Avenue
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.”- This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms. Access between platforms is via a stepped footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car 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
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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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