The average train between Chester and Brighton takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester 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 Chester and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 5:31 PM which arrives into Brighton at 9:13 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Chester 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 Chester to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Brighton station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Chester to Brighton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Brighton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Chester to Brighton train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Thameslink.
The distance between Chester and Brighton is 323.2 km. The road distance is 373 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Brighton via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 47m.