The average train between Deal and Brighton takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Deal 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 Deal and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Deal is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Brighton at 2:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Deal to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Deal station and arriving at Brighton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Deal to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Deal station.
Deal to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Deal to Brighton train tickets online with Southeastern and Thameslink.
The distance between Deal and Brighton is 116.6 km. The road distance is 224 km.
You can take a train from Deal to Brighton via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 59m.