The average train between Scunthorpe and Brighton takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Scunthorpe to Brighton. 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 Scunthorpe and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scunthorpe is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Brighton at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Scunthorpe to Brighton? 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 Scunthorpe to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Doncaster station and arriving at Brighton station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Scunthorpe to Brighton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.
Scunthorpe to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.
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The distance between Scunthorpe and Brighton is 307.9 km. The road distance is 347 km.
You can take a train from Scunthorpe to Brighton via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 49m.