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Royal Pavilion
Brighton’s most famous historic palace, visited partly as a museum of royal interiors and Regency design. Known for its Indo-Islamic exterior and lavish Chinese-inspired rooms.
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
4 h 22 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Brighton will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Brighton without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria
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Tube from London Euston to London Bridge
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Tube from London Euston to London VictoriaOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 214 miles (346 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Brighton:
A bus is $65 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Brighton costing on average $98 (€79).
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 22m.
Bus takes on average 8h 58m.
The journey is about 37m faster (4h 22m by train vs 4h 59m by car) and roughly $16 (€13) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($98 (€79) vs $114 (€92)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Brighton trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33412+ G27079+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | On time 8:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h23 | 12:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
C16921 · C17948 · Y80811+ G27786 | On time 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h55 | 2:05 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 5 transfers | |
C16921+ W33562+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W45729 | On time 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h38 | 12:48 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
W33621+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G27080 | On time 8:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h14 | 12:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33727+ G27081+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | On time 9:05 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h22 | 1:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
C16926+ W33590+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G27081 | On time 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h15 | 1:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
W33483+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G27087 | On time 12:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h19 | 4:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
C16940 · C17946 · Y80858+ G27794 | On time 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h53 | 6:05 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 5 transfers | |
C16940+ W33692+ G27087+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | On time 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h15 | 4:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 3 transfers | |
W33688+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ W45723 | On time 12:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h35 | 5:18 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33561+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ G27057 | On time 1:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h19 | 5:27 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
W33748+ G27058+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | On time 1:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h14 | 5:57 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Brighton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 214 miles (346 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 214 miles (346 km) |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 8:51 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Brighton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brighton trip today.
Brighton’s most famous historic palace, visited partly as a museum of royal interiors and Regency design. Known for its Indo-Islamic exterior and lavish Chinese-inspired rooms.
City museum in the Royal Pavilion Estate with fine art, fashion, design, and local history collections. A strong all-round introduction to Brighton’s culture and heritage.
Natural history museum with Victorian displays, bird collections, fossils, and insects. Popular with visitors seeking an unusual, old-school museum experience.
Brighton’s best-known historic quarter, a maze of narrow alleyways filled with independent shops and atmospheric streets. Essential for first-time visitors.
Creative shopping and street-art district known for independent stores, cafés, and colorful character. Especially popular with younger visitors and on social media.
Long promenade with beach views, arches, street life, and classic seaside atmosphere. One of the city’s main walking areas from Hove to the Marina.
A traditional hard-boiled seaside sweet, usually striped through the middle with the town name. It is one of Brighton’s most iconic nostalgic treats.
Fresh battered fish with chips is a classic meal on the Brighton seafront, reflecting the city’s long relationship with the sea and British coastal dining.
A rich local dish of smoked haddock baked in a creamy sauce, often with cheese or mustard. It is associated with Sussex coastal cooking and seafood traditions.
A celebrated vegetarian restaurant in Brighton, known for creative meat-free cooking and an inventive, long-running menu.
A stylish seafront restaurant known for seafood, grilled fish, and polished modern British cooking with sea views.
A well-known steak and seafood restaurant with a smart but relaxed setting, recognized for charcoal cooking and quality British produce.
Prices are high by UK standards, especially for hotels and dining in central seafront areas, though pubs and takeaway spots can be reasonable.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping is optional in cafes, pubs, and for counter service.
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