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Outbound fromBlackwater to Brighton by train
It takes an average of 2h 13m to travel from Blackwater to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 44 miles (71 km). There are normally 58 trains per day travelling from Blackwater to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from £25.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:49 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:54 | |
| Departure station | Blackwater | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 36m | |
| Distance | 44 miles (71 km) | |
| Frequency | 58 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £25.40 | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern |
Take the train from Blackwater to Brighton in 1 hour 36 minutes
If you want to travel from Blackwater to Brighton by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Blackwater to Brighton by train to take around 2 hours 13 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 58 trains per day running on this route, which spans 44 miles (71 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Brighton. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Blackwater to Brighton start from £25.40 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than 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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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 Blackwater to Brighton is right for you.
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