Rochester to Brighton by train

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Overview: trains from Rochester to Brighton

Find the key information for travelling by train from Rochester to Brighton, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:08 View journey
Last train 23:50 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 58m View journey
Distance (km) 77
Trains / day 51 View all
Cheapest journey £32.50 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 19m
Train operators 6

Travelling by train from Rochester to Brighton

Ready to travel from Rochester to Brighton by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train travel between Rochester and Brighton: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Rochester to Brighton:

  • Cheapest tickets: £32.50

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 months in advance.

Rochester to Brighton departure timetable

On this route, 51 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Rochester at 04:08 and the last leaving at 22:29 during the week.

For weekend travel to Brighton, the earliest departure is at 04:44 and the last one is at 23:50. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 14 minutes.

Rochester to Brighton distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 77 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 hour and 58 minutes.

When are tickets between Rochester and Brighton available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Rochester and Brighton can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Further insights on trains from Rochester to Brighton

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Brighton city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Rochester to Brighton

Want to know more about your journey from Rochester to Brighton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Rochester to Brighton covers 77 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.