The average train between Arbroath and Brighton takes 8h 19m and the fastest train takes 7h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Arbroath to Brighton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Arbroath and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arbroath is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Brighton at 11:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 8h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Arbroath to Brighton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arbroath to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Arbroath station and arriving at Brighton station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.
Arbroath to Brighton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arbroath station.
Arbroath to Brighton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Arbroath to Brighton train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Arbroath and Brighton is 657.6 km. The road distance is 834 km.
You can take a train from Arbroath to Brighton via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 7h 35m.