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It takes an average of 8h 35m to travel from Middlesbrough to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 263 miles (423 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Middlesbrough to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from £75 when you book in advance.
| First train | 15:21 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:43 | |
| Departure station | Middlesbrough | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 4h 30m | |
| Distance | 263 miles (423 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £75 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
About the train journey from Middlesbrough to Brighton
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The train from Middlesbrough to Brighton usually takes 8 hours 35 minutes on average to travel 263 miles (423 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 30 minutes. You can expect to find 2 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Brighton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Middlesbrough to Brighton if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £75.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Middlesbrough to Brighton?
The price of train tickets from Middlesbrough to Brighton starts at £75 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.