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Outbound fromAxminster to Brighton by train
It takes an average of 5h 55m to travel from Axminster to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 125 miles (201 km). There are normally 37 trains per day travelling from Axminster to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from £58.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:44 | |
| Departure station | Axminster | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 3h 48m | |
| Distance | 125 miles (201 km) | |
| Frequency | 37 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £58.80 | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern |
How to travel from Axminster to Brighton by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Axminster to Brighton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 37 trains per day running between Axminster and Brighton, which usually take 5 hours 55 minutes to complete the 125 miles (201 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 48 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 by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Axminster to Brighton start from £58.80 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Brighton? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Axminster 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 Axminster 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.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.