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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Brighton (East Sussex) (BTN)

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36

train journeys
per day

66

miles (106 kms)

2hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Brighton (East Sussex) (BTN)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay and Brighton (East Sussex) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex) is approximately 66 miles (106 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 19 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Brighton (East Sussex).

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex). The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex) Today

  • Mon 13th May
    04:53
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    07:43
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    05:46
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    08:43
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    06:24
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    09:13
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    06:45
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:43
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    07:23
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    07:39
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    08:08
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:18
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    08:39
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:48
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    09:10
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:18
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    09:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    12:48
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    10:21
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:18
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    10:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    13:48
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:21
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    14:48
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    12:21
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    12:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    15:48
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:21
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    16:48
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    14:21
    3 hrs 2 changes
    17:21
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)
  • Mon 13th May
    14:45
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    17:51
    Herne Bay
    Brighton (East Sussex)
    Herne Bay to Brighton (East Sussex)

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Brighton (East Sussex) Station

Station name Brighton (East Sussex) (BTN)
Address Brighton station, Queens Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3XP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 22:10
Saturday 06:10 - 22:10
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Herne Bay and Brighton (East Sussex)

The travel time between Herne Bay and Brighton (East Sussex) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay and Brighton (East Sussex) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

First class tickets on trains between Herne Bay and Brighton (East Sussex) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Herne Bay and Brighton (East Sussex) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Herne Bay & Brighton (East Sussex). owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Brighton (East Sussex).

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Herne Bay and Brighton (East Sussex), but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.