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Brighton to Carbis Bay by train

First train

05:09

Last train

20:39

Departure station

Brighton

Arrival station

Carbis Bay

Journey time

From 7h 11m

Distance

238 miles (383 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern

Taking the train from Brighton to Carbis Bay in 7 hours 11 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Brighton to Carbis Bay? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 9 hours 2 minutes to travel the 238 miles (383 km) from Brighton to Carbis Bay by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to Carbis Bay. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Brighton to Carbis Bay in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Carbis Bay by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Brighton to Carbis Bay? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Brighton to Carbis Bay take?

The average journey time by train between Brighton and Carbis Bay is 9 hours and 2 minutes, with around 13 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.

What's the fastest journey time between Brighton and Carbis Bay by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Brighton to Carbis Bay is 7 hours and 11 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Brighton to Carbis Bay?

No, there are no direct train services from Brighton to Carbis Bay. Travelling from Brighton to Carbis Bay by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Brighton to Carbis Bay leave?

The first train from Brighton to Carbis Bay leaves at 05:09. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Brighton to Carbis Bay leave?

The last train from Brighton to Carbis Bay leaves at 20:39. 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.

What's the distance between Brighton and Carbis Bay by train?

Trains travelling from Brighton to Carbis Bay cover a distance of around 238 miles (383 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Carbis Bay to Brighton.

Cheap train tickets from Brighton to Carbis Bay

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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