The average train between Brighton and Shenfield takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Brighton to Shenfield. 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 20 minutes between Brighton and Shenfield. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Brighton is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Shenfield at 1:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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2h 3m • 1 change
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2h 3m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Shenfield. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Shenfield station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.
Brighton to Shenfield train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Shenfield train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Shenfield station.
Book your Brighton to Shenfield train tickets online with Thameslink and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Brighton and Shenfield is 94.8 km. The road distance is 118 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Shenfield via Farringdon and Farringdon Without in around 2h 8m.
