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Trip Overview

The train between Essen and Brighton takes 7h 2m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Essen 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.

7h 2m
Duration
471 mi
Distance
£306
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Essen to Brighton train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Essen and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 7:41 AM which arrives into Brighton at 1:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 7h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen 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.

Map of how to get from Essen to Brighton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 471.4 mi
  • Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Brighton via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and London St Pancras Intl in around 7h 12m.

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