First train | Invalid Date | |
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Last train | Invalid Date | |
Departure station | Watford | |
Arrival station | Brighton | |
Journey time | From 1h 44m | |
Distance | 58 miles (94 km) | |
Frequency | 48 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
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Want to find out more about taking the train from Watford to Brighton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 48 trains per day running between Watford and Brighton, which usually take 2 hours 23 minutes to complete the 94 km journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 44 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Brighton from Watford, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Watford to Brighton if you book in advance. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
The average journey time by train between Watford and Brighton is 2 hours and 23 minutes, with around 48 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 Watford to Brighton is 1 hour and 44 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Watford to Brighton. Travelling from Watford to Brighton by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Watford to Brighton leaves at 04:13. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Watford to Brighton leaves at 22:42. 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 Watford to Brighton cover a distance of around 58 miles (94 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Brighton to Watford.
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