The average train between Brighton and Charing takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is an hourly train service from Brighton to Charing. 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 hourly between Brighton and Charing. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brighton is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Charing at 5:34 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brighton to Charing? 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 Brighton to Charing. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Charing station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Brighton to Charing train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Charing train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Brighton to Charing train tickets online with Thameslink and Southeastern.
The distance between Brighton and Charing is 78 km. The road distance is 186 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Charing via London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International in around 2h 52m.