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From Brighton to York, take the fastest train in 3 hours 29 minutes, typically 3 hours 48 minutes. Daily, 48 trains depart from Brighton, with the first at 04:12 and the last at 22:14. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. TrainPal saves you time, effort, and money.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
18:14 Brighton | 3 hours 36 minutes, 1 change | 21:50 York | Thameslink | Find tickets |
18:39 Brighton | 4 hours 15 minutes, 2 change | 22:54 York | Gatwick Express | Find tickets |
19:14 Brighton | 3 hours 55 minutes, 1 change | 23:09 York | Thameslink | Find tickets |
20:14 Brighton | 4 hours 3 minutes, 1 change | 00:17 York | Thameslink | Find tickets |
20:39 Brighton | 4 hours 56 minutes, 1 change | 01:35 York | Gatwick Express | Find tickets |
Plan your journey from Brighton to York with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
The train journey from Brighton to York combines efficiency with pleasure, featuring beautiful scenery and comfort. With frequent departures from Brighton, you can get to York in just 3 hours 29 minutes, making it an ideal and convenient choice for travelling between them.

The fastest train journey time from Brighton to York is 3 hours 29 minutes . Use our Train Journey Planner to find direct trains, avoid transfers, and compare travel times for each route to see if there are fewer stops to make your journey seamless.
No, unfortunately, you need to transfer from Brighton to York. Still, the TrainPal Train Journey Planner helps you find the best train. Just input your origin or destination places, then click "Search" to see the suitable route.

Brighton to York trains are generally punctual, but delays or disruptions can happen due to weather, strikes, and other factors. With Train Journey Planner, finding a train timetable for your trip is simple. Enter your departure and arrival stations to view a detailed schedule of available trains. Provide your travel details to find the best routes, connections, and train times.
It’s recommended to reach the train station 15-20 minutes before your train is set to leave. This gives you sufficient time to locate your platform, particularly in larger stations. Arriving early is also beneficial if you need to collect tickets or find your way around an unfamiliar station, helping to minimise any potential stress.
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Check our Train Journey Planner, which provides detailed information about transfers to ensure your journey is uninterrupted, saving you time and effort, and allowing you to get a full rest for travelling.

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