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Outbound fromWhitby to Brighton by train
It takes an average of 11h 53m to travel from Whitby to Brighton by train, over a distance of around 253 miles (408 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Whitby to Brighton and tickets for this journey start from £66.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 15:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:42 | |
| Departure station | Whitby | |
| Arrival station | Brighton | |
| Journey time | From 6h 21m | |
| Distance | 253 miles (408 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £66.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
About the train journey from Whitby to Brighton
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The train from Whitby to Brighton usually takes 11 hours 53 minutes on average to travel 253 miles (408 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 6 hours 21 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 3 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 Whitby to Brighton if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £66.90. 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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Cheap train tickets from Whitby 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 Whitby 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.