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Trip Overview

The average train between Watford Junction and Brighton takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Watford Junction 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.

2h 1m
Duration
71 mi
Distance
£43
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Watford Junction to Brighton train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Watford Junction and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 12:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Brighton at 1:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink1h 46m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink1h 48m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink1h 47m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink1h 55m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 3m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastThameslink5h 15m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 13m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 3m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastThameslink5h 15m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 13m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 3m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastThameslink5h 14m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 12m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 12m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink1h 58m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink1h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastThameslink2h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 3m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastThameslink5h 25m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 13m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 3m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastThameslink5h 15m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 13m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsThameslink2h 1m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction to Brighton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 71.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Brighton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £36 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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