Travelling from Chatham to Brighton by train

Considering a train trip from Chatham to Brighton? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train travel from Chatham to Brighton

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Chatham to Brighton:

  • Cheapest ticket: CA$47.23

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train schedule for travel between Chatham and Brighton

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 52 trains make this journey of 77 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Chatham is at 04:58 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:02.

During the weekend, 06:33 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:52 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 13 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Chatham to Brighton

Trains can complete this route in as little as 1 hour and 57 minutes. The total distance travelled is 77 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Chatham and Brighton?

You can secure tickets for travel between Chatham and Brighton up to 3 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Maximising your travels to Brighton

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Brighton.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Chatham to Brighton by train?

The train route from Chatham to Brighton covers 77 kilometres.

What is the Chatham to Brighton train price?

The lowest price available on this route is CA$47.23. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

How far in advance can I book my Chatham to Brighton train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 3 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Chatham to Brighton by train?

The fastest journey is 1 hour and 57 minutes.