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Birmingham to Brighton Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Birmingham to Brighton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 14,85 €, with average prices for this route around 39,92 €. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
- Ti, 20. 5.From 36,24 €
- Ke, 21. 5.From 36,24 €
- To, 22. 5.From 36,24 €
- Pe, 23. 5.From 21,27 €
- La, 24. 5.From 14,85 €
- Su, 25. 5.From 21,03 €
- Ma, 26. 5.
Departure | Arrival | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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05:15 Birmingham Moor Street | 08:57 Brighton | 3h 42m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:30 Birmingham New Street | 08:48 Brighton | 3h 18m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:45 Birmingham Moor Street | 09:27 Brighton | 3h 42m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:50 Birmingham New Street | 08:57 Brighton | 3h 7m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:06 Birmingham New Street | 09:27 Brighton | 3h 21m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:15 Birmingham Moor Street | 09:57 Paris | 3h 42m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Birmingham to Brighton Train Route Details

First train
05:15

Last train
23:41

Journey time
3h 7m

Distance
220 km

Price
14,85 €*
How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Brighton

Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Brighton can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Brighton for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Birmingham to Brighton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Brighton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Birmingham to Brighton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Birmingham to Brighton Train Ticket Types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak Tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?
*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.