The average train between Watford and Brighton takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Watford 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 every 30 minutes between Watford and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 12:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford 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. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 54m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Watford 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 Watford to Brighton. However, there are services departing from London St Pancras Intl station and arriving at Brighton station via Brighton station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Watford to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.
Watford to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.
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The distance between Watford and Brighton is 93.7 km. The road distance is 110 km.
Thameslink operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £30–40 and the journey takes 1h 23m.