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Manchester to Brighton by train
It takes an average of 8h 57m to travel from Manchester to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 204 miles (328 km). There are normally 30 trains per day traveling from Manchester to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from $66.25 when you book in advance.
| First train | 6:08 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:52 pm | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 4h 58m | |
| Distance | 204 miles (328 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $66.25 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Gatwick Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern |
Travel from Manchester to Brighton by train in 4 hours 58 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Manchester to Brighton by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Manchester to Brighton by train is 8 hours 57 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 58 minutes. You'll usually find 30 trains per day traveling the 328 km between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there are no direct services to Brighton.
Book train tickets from Manchester to Brighton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $66.25. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Brighton
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester to Brighton is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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