The average train between Brighton and Essex takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Brighton to Essex. 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 hourly between Brighton and Essex. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Brighton is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at London Bridge and take an average of 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brighton to Essex? 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 Brighton to Essex. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Essex station via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.
Brighton to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Brighton to Essex train tickets online with Thameslink, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Brighton and Essex is 122.5 km. The road distance is 154 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to White Notley via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 4m.