The average train between Sleaford and Brighton takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford 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 Sleaford and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 9:23 PM which arrives into Brighton at 1:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sleaford 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 Sleaford to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Sleaford station and arriving at Brighton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Sleaford to Brighton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Grantham station.
Sleaford to Brighton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Sleaford to Brighton train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sleaford and Brighton is 242 km. The road distance is 283 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to Brighton via Grantham, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 21m.