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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Brighton

Showing times and prices for Nov 19

Cheapest price

€88

Average price

€108

Fastest journey

5 h 57 m

Average duration

6 h 8 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

605 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Brighton will cost around €108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €88.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Brighton without transferring at least 2 times.

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10:52AM7h12
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
06:04PMBrighton station (BTN)
881One-way
3 transfers
LNERP00105+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressY30653
09:00AM6h27
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
03:27PMBrighton station (BTN)
1051One-way
2 transfers
LNERY23285+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+ThameslinkY36902
09:30AM6h18
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
03:48PMBrighton station (BTN)
1051One-way
2 transfers
LNERY23280+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressY30645
08:30AM5h57
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:27PMBrighton station (BTN)
1051One-way
2 transfers
LNERY23291+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressY30657
10:30AM5h57
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
04:27PMBrighton station (BTN)
1091One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a train costs an average of €73.

Distance: 605 km

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Flight

€128

Average price

€57

Average price

Cheapest

€65

Average price

6h 33m

Average total duration

6h 3m

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30m

Additional time*

12h 51m

Average total duration

12h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 29m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.8 - 3.6kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Edinburgh to Brighton train times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Brighton trains for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:47 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
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On time
8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5h57
2:27 PM Brighton station (BTN)
2 transfers
london_north_eastern_railwayP00105+assertis_tubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+gatwick_expressY30653
On time
9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
6h27
3:27 PM Brighton station (BTN)
2 transfers
lumo_trainsW28158+assertis_tubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+gatwick_expressY30653
On time
9:24 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
6h03
3:27 PM Brighton station (BTN)
2 transfers
london_north_eastern_railwayY23285+assertis_tubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge+thameslinkY36902
On time
9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
6h18
3:48 PM Brighton station (BTN)
2 transfers
london_north_eastern_railwayY23291+assertis_tubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+gatwick_expressY30657
On time
10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5h57
4:27 PM Brighton station (BTN)
2 transfers
avanti_west_coastW10464 · W09265+assertis_tubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+gatwick_expressY30527
On time
10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
7h12
6:04 PM Brighton station (BTN)
3 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Brighton

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Trains from Edinburgh to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €73 but you can travel from only €24 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 03:14, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 605 km distance in 5h 57m.

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
Flight from €24
Distance
605 km
Average train duration
6h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
€73
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
5h 57m
First train
03:14
Last train
21:39
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
Flight from €24

Train companies: LNER, Lumo, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Brighton trainsLNER, Lumo, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Brighton from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

LNER

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 57m
Cheapest Price
€95
LNER frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

Lumo

About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 3m
Cheapest Price
€137
Lumo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 33m
Cheapest Price
€118
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 35m
Cheapest Price
€137
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Brighton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Brighton 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 Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Brighton can start from as little as €73 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Brighton is €123; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Edinburgh to Brighton is 5 h 57 min   to travel the 604 km long journey, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Edinburgh to Brighton leaves at 04: 07. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Edinburgh to Brighton leaves at 23: 45.
There are 6 trains a day from Edinburgh to Brighton which require at least one change with LNER, Lumo, Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the route from Edinburgh to Brighton you can take a train with LNER, Lumo, Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Edinburgh to Brighton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 45.
The cheapest month for a train from Edinburgh to Brighton is May.
You have options as you can travel between Edinburgh and Brighton 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Brighton

Edinburgh
Brighton
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Haymarket. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Haymarket for your trip from Edinburgh to Brighton.
HaymarketWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
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 access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Haymarket
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
Edinburgh ParkWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Edinburgh Park
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • The Pasty Shop
  • The Beer House
  • M&S
  • Pret a Manger
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
Hotel
  • Old Waverley Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Edinburgh
  • The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
  • Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
  • Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
  • Metro: No metro available.
SlatefordParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Slateford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit

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