The average train between Brighton and Hayle takes 7h 45m and the fastest train takes 6h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Brighton to Hayle. 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 Hayle. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brighton is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Hayle at 11:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 7h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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6h 30m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Brighton to Hayle? 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 Hayle. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Hayle station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.
Brighton to Hayle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Hayle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Hayle station.
Book your Brighton to Hayle train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Brighton and Hayle is 379.9 km. The road distance is 565 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Hayle via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Plymouth in around 7h 30m.