4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Brighton
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Brighton will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Of the 4 trains that leave Plymouth for Brighton on Thu, May 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 287 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 12 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 57 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.
8:16 AM5h57Plymouth2:13 PMBrighton$841One-way0 transfers- 1:15 PM5h20Plymouth6:35 PMBrighton$1101One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM5h12Plymouth2:27 PMBrighton$1101One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 AM5h46Plymouth2:21 PMBrighton$1131One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM5h12Plymouth2:27 PMBrighton$1101One-way0 transfers
- 1:15 PM5h20Plymouth6:35 PMBrighton$1101One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 AM5h46Plymouth2:21 PMBrighton$1131One-way0 transfers
- 8:16 AM5h57Plymouth2:13 PMBrighton$841One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Plymouth to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 45m. 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 $42, and a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$106 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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 Plymouth to Brighton:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to Brighton costing on average $106 (€84).
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 59m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (4h 45m by train vs 4h 58m by car). Tickets start at around $106 (€84) compared to roughly $80 (€64) 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
Plymouth to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Brighton trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:16 AM Plymouth | 5h57 | 2:13 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:35 AM Plymouth | 5h46 | 2:21 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:15 AM Plymouth | 5h12 | 2:27 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:15 PM Plymouth | 5h20 | 6:35 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Plymouth to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $42 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 4:12 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Plymouth to Brighton trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Plymouth and Brighton from $42 (€33). 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 Plymouth to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Brighton
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Shopping
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Dining
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Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. 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 not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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
ParkingDiningAccessibility
LoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 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. 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelters are available on the platforms
- Storage location: Subway
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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