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Norwich to Brighton by train
It takes an average of 4h 45m to travel from Norwich to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 139 miles (223 km). There are normally 71 trains per day traveling from Norwich to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from $32.85 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:00 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:05 pm | |
| Departure station | Norwich | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 3h 18m | |
| Distance | 139 miles (223 km) | |
| Frequency | 71 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $32.85 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Gatwick Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern |
Traveling from Norwich to Brighton by train
Looking to travel from Norwich to Brighton by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 45 minutes to travel from Norwich to Brighton by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 18 minutes though. You'll usually find 71 trains per day running along the 223 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Brighton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Norwich to Brighton start from $32.85 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
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, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Norwich to Brighton
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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 Norwich 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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