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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Brighton
Cheapest price
$196
Average price
$196
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
786 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Brighton will cost around $196 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $196.
Of the 1 trains that leave Inverness for Brighton on Sun, May 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct trains cover the 786 km distance in an average of 11 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest trains will take 11 h 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.
12:37 PM11h00Inverness11:37 PMBrighton$1961One-way0 transfers
- 12:37 PM11h00Inverness11:37 PMBrighton$1961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Inverness to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $73, and a train costs an average of $195.
Distance: 488 miles (786 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$196 Average price | $108 Average price Cheapest | $131 Average price | $218 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 1m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 35m Average total duration 21h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Brighton:
A flight is $23 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Inverness to Brighton costing on average $131 (€104).
A flight is $88 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Brighton costing on average $196 (€156).
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 31m.
Bus takes on average 21h 5m.
The journey is about 59m faster (9h 31m by train vs 10h 30m by car) and roughly $22 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($196 (€156) vs $218 (€174)). 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
Inverness to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:37 PM Inverness | 11h00 | 11:37 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Brighton
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Trains from Inverness to Brighton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $195 (€155) but you can travel from only $73 (€58) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 488 miles (786 km) distance in 10h 12m.
Distance 488 miles (786 km) |
Average train duration 9h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $195 (€155) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 12m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Inverness to Brighton trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Inverness and Brighton from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Inverness to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness 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 Inverness to Brighton
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
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LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation 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
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