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Outbound fromLiverpool Lime Street to Brighton by train
It takes an average of 8h 7m to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 215 miles (346 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from £45.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:34 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:43 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool Lime Street | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 4h 33m | |
| Distance | 215 miles (346 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £45.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales, Southern |
Travelling from Liverpool to Brighton by train
Planning a sunny weekend away and looking to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Brighton by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Brighton usually takes around 8h 22m but can take just 4h 3m on the fastest Avanti West Coast and Southern services, with around 6 trains running on this popular route per day. You’ll need to make at least 2 changes during your journey to Brighton, as no direct services are available on this route.
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 Liverpool Lime Street 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 Liverpool Lime Street to Brighton
Want to know more about your journey from Liverpool Lime Street 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 Liverpool Lime Street 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 Liverpool Lime Street 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
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.