The average train between Kent and Brighton takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is an hourly train service from Kent 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 Kent and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 1:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Brighton at 2:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Brighton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Kent to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Kent to Brighton train tickets online with Southeastern and Thameslink.
The distance between Kent and Brighton is 75.5 km. The road distance is 192 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Brighton via Ashford International and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 43m.