The average train between Wales and Brighton takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. There is an hourly train service from Wales 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 Wales and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Brighton at 1:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Brighton station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Wales to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Wales to Brighton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Thameslink.
The distance between Wales and Brighton is 297.3 km. The road distance is 322 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Brighton via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 58m.