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Trip Overview

The average train between Dover and Brighton takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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.

2h 38m
Duration
130 mi
Distance
£74
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via London

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  1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain train Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain train Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 38m
£65–130

Dover to Brighton train times

Trains run hourly between Dover and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Brighton at 2:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 130.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Brighton via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 38m.

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