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Hackney Central to Brighton Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Hackney Central to Brighton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $52.12, with average prices for this route around $52.12. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:44 2h 4m, 2 change Hackney Central	07:48 Brighton	Find Tickets
06:06 1h 51m, 1 change Hackney Central	07:57 Brighton	Find Tickets
06:15 2h 3m, 2 change Hackney Central	08:18 Brighton	Find Tickets
06:37 1h 53m, 1 change Hackney Central	08:30 Brighton	Find Tickets
06:53 1h 55m, 2 change Hackney Central	08:48 Brighton	Find Tickets
06:54 1h 54m, 2 change Hackney Central	08:48 Paris	Find Tickets

Hackney Central to Brighton Train Route Details

First train

05:16

Last train

23:56

Departure station

Hackney Central

Arrival city

Brighton

Journey time

1h 44m

Distance

51 miles

Price

$52.12*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, London Overground, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Hackney Central to Brighton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Hackney Central to Brighton can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Hackney Central to Brighton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Hackney Central to Brighton ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Hackney Central to Brighton train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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