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Brighton to Liverpool by train
It takes an average of 10h 52m to travel from Brighton to Liverpool by train, over a distance of around 215 miles (347 km). There are normally 1 train per day traveling from Brighton to Liverpool and tickets for this journey start from $111.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 9:58 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:58 pm | |
| Departure station | Brighton | |
| Arrival station | Liverpool | |
| Journey time | From 10h 9m | |
| Distance | 215 miles (347 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $111.30 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Merseyrail, Southern |
Travel from Brighton to Liverpool by train in 10 hours 9 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Brighton to Liverpool by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Brighton to Liverpool by train is 10 hours 52 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 10 hours 9 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day traveling the 347 km between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there are no direct services to Liverpool.
Book train tickets from Brighton to Liverpool in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $111.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Cheap train tickets from Brighton to Liverpool
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 Brighton to Liverpool 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.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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