The average train between Dunfermline and Brighton takes 7h 16m and the fastest train takes 6h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Dunfermline 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 Dunfermline and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunfermline is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Brighton at 2:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dunfermline 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 Dunfermline to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline station and arriving at Brighton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.
Dunfermline to Brighton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Dunfermline to Brighton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Dunfermline to Brighton train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Thameslink.
The distance between Dunfermline and Brighton is 622.9 km. The road distance is 740 km.
You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Brighton via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 38m.