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St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton by train

First train

18:25

Last train

20:38

Departure station

St Annes-on-the-Sea

Arrival station

Brighton

Journey time

From 11h 10m

Distance

236 miles (380 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Take the train from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton in 11 hours 10 minutes

If you want to travel from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton by train to take around 12 hours 54 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 11 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 236 miles (380 km). You'll have to make 4 changes along the way on your journey to Brighton. You can travel on this route with either East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton take?

The average journey time by train between St Annes-on-the-Sea and Brighton is 12 hours and 54 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between St Annes-on-the-Sea and Brighton by train?

The fastest journey time by train from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton is 11 hours and 10 minutes.

Is there a direct train from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton?

No, there are no direct train services from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton. Travelling from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton leave?

The first train from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton leaves at 18:25. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton leave?

The last train from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton leaves at 20:38. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between St Annes-on-the-Sea and Brighton by train?

Trains travelling from St Annes-on-the-Sea to Brighton cover a distance of around 236 miles (380 km) during the journey.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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