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The average train between Halifax and Brighton takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is an hourly train service from Halifax 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.

4h 46m
Duration
260 mi
Distance
£118
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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4h 54m
£97–143

Halifax to Brighton train times

Trains run hourly between Halifax and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Halifax is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Brighton at 11:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink9h 2m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 30m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink9h 2m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 30m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink9h 2m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 30m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink9h 2m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 30m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink9h 2m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 30m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 28m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 47m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 36m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Halifax 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 Halifax to Brighton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 259.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Halifax to Brighton via Leeds, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 54m.

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