| First train | 04:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:45 | |
| Departure station | Carlisle | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 5h 6m | |
| Distance | 304 miles (489 km) | |
| Frequency | 65 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Gatwick Express, London North Eastern Railway, Southern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
If you want to know more about the journey from Carlisle to Brighton by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Carlisle to Brighton by train is 7 hours 50 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours 6 minutes. You'll usually find 65 trains per day travelling the 304 miles (489 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Brighton. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway on your way to Brighton, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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