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Cardiff to Brighton Trains From US$39.00

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Buy cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Brighton for just US$39.00. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of US$128.70. The train journey from Cardiff to Brighton typically takes approximately 3h 39m. You can expect a frequency of 45 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Cardiff to Brighton Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Brighton, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare the train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 09:18
    Cardiff Central

    3h 40m

    Changes required

    12:58
    Brighton
    Train L65554-1L12 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–ThuTrain P16927-1W54 is operated by Gatwick Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$37.50
  2. 09:28
    Cardiff Central

    4h 53m

    Changes required

    14:21
    Brighton
    Train L65458-1F11 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L15467-1N21 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$37.50
  3. 09:50
    Cardiff Central

    3h 53m

    Changes required

    13:43
    Brighton
    Train L65556-1L13 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train P51882-9T29 is operated by Thameslink. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$37.50
  4. 10:18
    Cardiff Central

    3h 39m

    Changes required

    13:57
    Brighton
    Train L65557-1L14 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain P16931-1W62 is operated by Gatwick Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$37.50
  5. 10:30
    Cardiff Central

    4h 51m

    Changes required

    15:21
    Brighton
    Train L65460-1F13 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L15473-1N23 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$37.50
  6. 10:41
    Cardiff Central

    4h 2m

    Changes required

    14:43
    Brighton
    Train L65558-1L15 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train P51894-9T33 is operated by Thameslink. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$37.50
  7. 11:18
    Cardiff Central

    3h 39m

    Changes required

    14:57
    Brighton
    Train L65559-1L16 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Tue–FriTrain P16935-1W70 is operated by Gatwick Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$37.50
  8. 11:30
    Cardiff Central

    4h 51m

    Changes required

    16:21
    Brighton
    Train L65462-1F15 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L15479-1N25 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$37.50
  9. 11:50
    Cardiff Central

    3h 53m

    Changes required

    15:43
    Brighton
    Train L65560-1L17 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train P51906-9T37 is operated by Thameslink. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$37.50
  10. 12:18
    Cardiff Central

    3h 55m

    Changes required

    16:13
    Brighton
    Train L65561-1L18 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train P51912-9T39 is operated by Thameslink. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$37.50
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    Cardiff to Brighton Train Route Details

    The Cardiff to Brighton train ticket is from US$39.00. The average travel time is 3h 39m, covering a distance of approximately 224 mile. There are usually 45 daily trains provided by London Underground. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

    First train
    05:07
    Last train
    23:30
    Departure station
    Cardiff
    Arrival station
    Brighton
    Journey time
    3h 39m
    Distance
    224 mile
    Price
    US$39.00
    Train operators
    London Underground

    Choose Cardiff to Brighton Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Cardiff to Brighton. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Cardiff to Brighton Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Cardiff to Brighton train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$128.70 Save US$42.48
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$128.70 Save US$42.48
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$128.70 Save US$42.48
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$128.70 Save US$42.48

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    Save More on Cardiff to Brighton Train Fares

    Found out more ways to save money on your train travel.

    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are traveling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Cardiff to Brighton train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Cardiff to Brighton?

      The first train from Cardiff to Brighton is at 05:07.
    • Are there direct trains from Cardiff to Brighton?

      No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Brighton, and passengers would need to make 3 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Brighton ?

      The train journey from Cardiff to Brighton typically takes an average of 4h 37m, with the fastest journey duration being around 3h 39m.
    • How much is a train from Cardiff to Brighton ?

      The cost of a train from Cardiff to Brighton can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at US$39.00 and the average price being around US$128.70.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Cardiff to Brighton ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30-18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.