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The average train between West Midlands and Brighton takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is an hourly train service from West Midlands 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.

3h 44m
Duration
169 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

West Midlands to Brighton train times

Trains run hourly between West Midlands and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from West Midlands is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Brighton at 11:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink7h 30m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 34m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 34m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 34m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 34m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 33m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 39m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 34m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 4m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 14m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 4m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 34m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from West Midlands 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 West Midlands to Brighton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 169.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between West Midlands, Sandwell, England and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Smethwick Rolfe Street to Brighton via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 24m.

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