The average train between Brighton and Leigh takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Brighton to Leigh. 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 Leigh. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Brighton is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Leigh at 12:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Gatwick Airport and take an average of 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 42m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Brighton to Leigh? 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 Leigh. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Leigh station via Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.
Brighton to Leigh train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Leigh train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Leigh station.
Book your Brighton to Leigh train tickets online with Thameslink, Southern and 2 other operators.
The distance between Brighton and Leigh is 47.9 km. The road distance is 75 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Leigh via Gatwick Airport and Redhill in around 1h 49m.