Leicester to Brighton train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Leicester to Brighton by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Leicester to Brighton take around 2 hours and 42 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 212 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leicester is scheduled to depart at around  04:45. The last departure is usually at around 22:52 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leicester at around 04:45, with the last train leaving at around 21:54. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 102 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$62.78.

We think any time is a great time to visit Brighton, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Brighton.

Is there a direct train from Leicester to Brighton?

The journey between Leicester and Brighton usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leicester to Brighton every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Leicester to Brighton?

The Leicester to Brighton train travel takes about 2 hours and 42 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leicester to Brighton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Brighton leaving Leicester at around 04:45 and the last train leaving at around 22:52 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 04:45, with the final departure at 21:54.