The average train between Elstree and Brighton takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Elstree 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 20 minutes between Elstree and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 3:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Elstree is at 5:01 PM which arrives into Brighton at 6:51 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

3h 5m • 1 change

2h 21m • 1 change

1h 58m • 1 change

1h 58m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Elstree to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Elstree station and arriving at Brighton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.
Elstree to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Elstree & Borehamwood station.
Elstree to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.
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The distance between Elstree and Brighton is 91.3 km. The road distance is 106 km.
You can take a train from Elstree & Borehamwood to Brighton via London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 58m.