The average train between Bristol and Brighton takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. 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.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Brighton at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 5m • 2 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Brighton station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Bristol to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Bristol to Brighton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bristol and Brighton is 185 km. The road distance is 277 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Brighton via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 11m.