Brighton to Leicester train with Thameslink

Tue, Dec 09
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest price

€44

Average price

€80

Fastest journey

2 h 49 m

Average duration

2 h 51 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

213 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Leicester will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton for Leicester on Tue, Dec 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .

On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Thameslink
08:28AM2h49
Brighton
11:17AMLeicester
441One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
05:26AM2h53
Brighton
08:19AMLeicester
1161One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brighton to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €26.

Distance: 213 km

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Train
Bus

€67

Average price

€16

Average price

Cheapest

3h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 45m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

6h 37m

Average total duration

6h 7m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Thameslink

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Brighton to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:28 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
thameslink5:26 AM Brighton
2h53
8:19 AM Leicester0 transfersDirect
thameslink8:28 AM Brighton
2h49
11:17 AM Leicester0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Leicester

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Trains from Brighton to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 2h 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11
Distance
213 km
Average train duration
2h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
€26
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
2h 49m
First train
04:12
Last train
22:52
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11

Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains from Brighton to Leicester trainsThameslink, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Brighton and Leicester from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
€33
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
€32
Thameslink frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Leicester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Leicester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Brighton to Leicester can start from as little as €31 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brighton to Leicester is €98; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Brighton to Leicester train travel time is 2 h 46 min   for the 212 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Brighton to Leicester leaves at 04: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Brighton to Leicester leaves at 22: 52.
There are 7 trains a day from Brighton to Leicester which require at least one change with Thameslink, East Midlands Trains or Southern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Leicester. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Brighton to Leicester.
Take the Brighton to Leicester train with Thameslink, East Midlands Trains or Southern. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route between Brighton and Leicester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 52.
A trip to Leicester from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 46 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Brighton to Leicester is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Leicester including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Brighton to Leicester

Brighton
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
Dining
  • The Grand Central
  • The Cyclist
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Brighton
  • Ibis Brighton City Centre
  • My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Brighton
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Southern and Thameslink services
HoveShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
London Road (Brighton)WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
Dining
Dining
  • Domino's Pizza
  • Salt and Charcoal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Travelodge Brighton
  • ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
  • Jurys Inn Brighton
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
Public transit options for London Road (Brighton)
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Southern services

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