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Trip Overview

The average train between Bristol and Brighton takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol 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.

3h 27m
Duration
173 mi
Distance
£96
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bristol to Brighton train times

Trains run hourly between Bristol and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Brighton at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink4h 28m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 28m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 33m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 43m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 18m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol 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.

Map of how to get from Bristol to Brighton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 173.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Brighton via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 18m.

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