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It takes an average of 3h 39m to travel from Cambridge North to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 97 miles (157 km). There are normally 46 trains per day travelling from Cambridge North to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from £22.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:50 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge North | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 35m | |
| Distance | 97 miles (157 km) | |
| Frequency | 46 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £22.30 | |
| Train operators | Gatwick Express, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Cambridge North to Brighton in 2 hours 35 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cambridge North to Brighton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 39 minutes to travel the 97 miles (157 km) from Cambridge North to Brighton by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 46 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, Thameslink or Gatwick Express to Brighton. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cambridge North to Brighton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £22.30. 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 Brighton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.