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Trip Overview

The average train between Scunthorpe and Brighton takes 4h 19m 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.

4h 19m
Duration
232 mi
Distance
£89
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Scunthorpe to Brighton train times

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 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 4m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 15m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink8h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink9h 55m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 25m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedGrand Central TrainsThameslink3h 55m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink3h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 25m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedGrand Central TrainsThameslink3h 55m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink3h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 25m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedGrand Central TrainsThameslink3h 55m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink3h 39m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Scunthorpe to Brighton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 231.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Scunthorpe, England and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Scunthorpe to Brighton via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 50m.

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