The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 56 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
604 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) without transferring at least once.
G08180+
G77356+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria8:00 AM5h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:57 PMBrighton station (BTN)$1081One-way2 transfers
G08180+
W45551+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge8:00 AM6h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:13 PMBrighton station (BTN)$1081One-way2 transfers
G80061+
G77243+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria12:00 PM6h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:04 PMBrighton station (BTN)$1181One-way2 transfers
G08186+
G77368+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria9:00 AM5h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:57 PMBrighton station (BTN)$1231One-way2 transfers
G08186+
W45561+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge9:00 AM6h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:13 PMBrighton station (BTN)$1231One-way2 transfers
G25682+
W454738:26 AM5h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:18 PMBrighton station (BTN)$1391One-way1 transfer
G25697+
W4548111:25 AM5h56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:21 PMBrighton station (BTN)$1391One-way1 transfer
G08186+
G77368+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria9:00 AM5h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:57 PMBrighton station (BTN)$1231One-way2 transfers
G08180+
G77356+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria8:00 AM5h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:57 PMBrighton station (BTN)$1081One-way2 transfers
G80049+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+
G7737210:00 AM5h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:57 PMBrighton station (BTN)$1291One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $77.
Distance: 375 miles (604 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$96 Average price | $69 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 47m Average total duration 12h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN):
A flight is $9 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) costing on average $69 (€69).
A flight is $35 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) costing on average $96 (€96).
Other travel options to Brighton station (BTN) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 47m.
Bus takes on average 12h 17m.
The journey is about 2h 14m faster (5h 47m by train vs 8h 1m by car) and roughly $79 (€79) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($96 (€96) vs $175 (€175)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G08180+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77356 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h57 | 1:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G08180+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+ W45551 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 2:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G25682+ W45473 | 8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h52 | 2:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
G25682+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+ W45558 | 8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h17 | 2:43 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G25682+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77362 | 8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h01 | 2:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G08186+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77368 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h57 | 2:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G08186+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+ W45561 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 3:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G80049+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77372 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h57 | 3:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G80049+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+ W45556 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 4:13 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G80055+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77375 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h57 | 4:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G80055+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+ W45574 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h14 | 5:14 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G25697+ W45481 | 11:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h56 | 5:21 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 1 transfer | |
G25697+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+ W45416 | 11:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h19 | 5:44 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G25697+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77377 | 11:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h10 | 5:35 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
G80061+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+ G77243 | 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h04 | 6:04 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€77) but you can travel from only $20 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 375 miles (604 km) distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 375 miles (604 km) |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€77) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 8:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Brighton station (BTN) from $20 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Transpennine Express
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) 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 station (BTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Brighton station (BTN) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Brighton station (BTN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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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