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Outbound fromEdinburgh (Waverley) to Brighton by train
It takes an average of 9h 28m to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 376 miles (604 km). There are normally 11 trains per day travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from £66.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:40 | |
| Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 5h 48m | |
| Distance | 376 miles (604 km) | |
| Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £66.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Gatwick Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern, Lumo |
Travelling from Edinburgh to Brighton by train
Planning a sunny weekend away and looking to travel from Edinburgh to Brighton by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Edinburgh to Brighton usually takes around 10h 54m but can take just 5h 47m on the fastest LNER and Thameslink services, with around 3 trains running on this popular route per day. You'll need to make at least one change during your journey, as direct train services are not available on this line.
Whether you’re heading for a weekend out at Brighton beach or shopping in The Lanes, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to book trains to Brighton and search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you travel Off-Peak or use a Railcard.
Keen to book your train tickets from Edinburgh to Brighton? No need to wait, start a search with us today! Want to learn a bit more about the journey first? Find ticket options, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs below including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Brighton
Want to know more about your journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Brighton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) 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 Edinburgh (Waverley) 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.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.