The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Brighton
Cheapest price
$153
Average price
$153
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Brighton will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $153.
To travel from Manchester to Brighton you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $93.
Distance: 328 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$164 Average Price | $32 Average Price Cheapest | $236 Average Price |
5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Manchester to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Brighton trains for today, Saturday, 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W09176+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ Y36868 | On time 8:15 am Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h03 | 12:18 pm Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W09187+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ Y30622 | On time 8:35 am Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h52 | 12:27 pm Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W09193+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ Y30630 | On time 8:55 am Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h02 | 12:57 pm Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W09198+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ Y36878 | On time 9:15 am Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h03 | 1:18 pm Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W09210+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ Y30636 | On time 9:35 am Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h52 | 1:27 pm Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
W09216+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ Y30642 | On time 9:55 am Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h02 | 1:57 pm Brighton station (BTN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Brighton
Trains from Manchester to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 but you can travel from only $16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 328 km distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, East Midlands Trains, LNER, CrossCountry from Manchester to Brighton trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink, East Midlands Trains, LNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Manchester and Brighton from $16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Brighton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Brighton
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Wilmslow Road.
- The Didsbury
- The Gateway
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- £0.30
- Travelodge Manchester Didsbury
- Premier Inn Manchester Didsbury
- Eleven Didsbury Park Hotel
- Located near the ticket office
- Free
- Hall 1: entrance and ticket office
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Tram: Metrolink East Didsbury Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 42, 142, 50
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:20 - 19:35 Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, From Albert Road up 20 steps to reach the ticket office, then for services to Manchester up a further 26 steps onto the platform. For Services towards Stockport from ticket office go through the underpass (29 paces) and up 26 steps onto the platform.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Albert Road for buses to Manchester, Reddish, Stockport or Droylsden. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: the bus stop for Manchester Pic is located on the station side of Stockport Road. The bus stop for Stockport is located on the opposite side of Stockport Road.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelters are available on the platforms
- Storage location: Subway
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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