It takes an average of 2h 14m to travel from Luton to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 74 miles (119 km). There are normally 45 trains per day travelling from Luton to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from £17.80 when you book in advance.
First train | 02:40 | |
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Last train | 23:10 | |
Departure station | Luton | |
Arrival station | Brighton | |
Journey time | From 2h 0m | |
Distance | 74 miles (119 km) | |
Frequency | 45 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £17.80 | |
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Planning a sunny day out and looking to travel from Luton to Brighton by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Luton to Brighton usually takes around 2h 12m but can take just 1h 59m on the fastest Thameslink services, with around 44 trains running on this popular route per day. Once you're on board, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes along the way.
Whether you’re heading for a day out at Brighton beach or shopping in The Lanes, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to book trains to Brighton and search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you travel Off-Peak or use a Railcard.
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The average journey time by train between Luton and Brighton is 2 hours and 14 minutes, with around 45 trains 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.
The fastest journey time by train from Luton to Brighton is 2 hours and 0 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Luton to Brighton can start from as little as £17.80 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Luton to Brighton without having to change trains. There are 45 direct trains from Luton to Brighton each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Luton to Brighton leaves at 02:40. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Luton to Brighton leaves at 23:10. 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.
Trains travelling from Luton to Brighton cover a distance of around 74 miles (119 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Brighton to Luton.
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