The average train between Prestwich and Brighton takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. There is an hourly train service from Prestwich 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 Prestwich and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Prestwich is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Brighton at 9:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Prestwich 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 Prestwich to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Prestwich station and arriving at Brighton station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Prestwich to Brighton train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Prestwich to Brighton train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Brighton station.
The distance between Prestwich and Brighton is 334.4 km. The road distance is 389 km.
You can take a vehicle from Prestwich to Brighton via Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 30m.