How much does a train ticket cost from Cambridge to Brighton?

The cheapest train tickets from Cambridge to Brighton start from £63. The average price for this train route is around £74. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cambridge to Brighton?

The average train journey time from Cambridge to Brighton is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 95 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 25m and is operated by ThamesLink .

Which train operators serve the Cambridge to Brighton route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cambridge to Brighton?

The earliest train from Cambridge to Brighton departs at 07:21. And the latest train departs at 21:53.

Train Cambridge to Brighton from £45

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cambridge to Brighton on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:28	Cambridge Central Train Station	2h 32m	12:00	Brighton	No tags
Train	10:28	Cambridge Central Train Station	2h 32m	13:00	Brighton	No tags
Train	15:28	Cambridge Central Train Station	2h 32m	18:00	Brighton	No tags
Train	16:28	Cambridge Central Train Station	2h 32m	19:00	Brighton	No tags
Train	17:28	Cambridge Central Train Station	2h 32m	20:00	Brighton	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cambridge to Brighton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage duration

96 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£10 - £76	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£63 - £117	Average duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £13	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ThamesLink

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. ThamesLink ticket prices on this trip start at £63

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cambridge to Brighton by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Cambridge to Brighton?
The cheapest train tickets from Cambridge to Brighton start from £63. The average price for this train route is around £74. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cambridge to Brighton?
The average train journey time from Cambridge to Brighton is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 95 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 25m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the Cambridge to Brighton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cambridge to Brighton?
The earliest train from Cambridge to Brighton departs at 07:21. And the latest train departs at 21:53.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/12

£60

02/12

£60

Today

£59

04/12

£60

05/12

£60

06/12

No data

07/12

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08/12

£59

The cheapest trip from Cambridge to Brighton was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £59

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cambridge to Brighton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £59 to £112 for a train ticket from Cambridge to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £59, which is on 2025-12-08.