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Outbound fromLeigh-on-Sea to Brighton by train
It takes an average of 2h 44m to travel from Leigh-on-Sea to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 60 miles (96 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Leigh-on-Sea to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from £29.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:17 | |
| Departure station | Leigh-on-Sea | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 31m | |
| Distance | 60 miles (96 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £29.80 | |
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Taking the train from Leigh-on-Sea to Brighton in 2 hours 31 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Leigh-on-Sea to Brighton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 44 minutes to travel the 60 miles (96 km) from Leigh-on-Sea to Brighton by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 31 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 27 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Thameslink, c2c 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 Leigh-on-Sea to Brighton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £29.80. 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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Cheap train tickets from Leigh-on-Sea 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 Leigh-on-Sea 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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