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Saint Austell

Brighton

Train Driving

Saint Austell to Brighton

Updated: 29 May 2026

The journey from St Austell to Brighton covers approximately 420 kilometers. By train, you travel via GWR to London Paddington, transfer to London Victoria, and take a Southern Rail service to Brighton. Driving involves taking the A30, M5, M25, and M23. Expect a travel time of 6 hours. This route connects the Cornish coast with the vibrant seaside city of Brighton.

Total Distance: Driving distance 430 km, straight-line air distance 350 km.

Fastest Way

Driving, taking approximately 5 hours 30 minutes.

Cheapest Way

Advance train tickets booked via the GWR website.

Compare Saint Austell to Brighton Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	6 hours	5 hours 30 mins
Avg Price	£80 - £160	£70 - £110 in fuel
Operator	GWR and Southern Rail	Personal Vehicle
Route	St Austell to London Paddington, transfer to London Victoria, then to Brighton.	A30, M5, M25, M23.
Tip	The transfer between Paddington and Victoria is best done via the London Underground.	The M25 is notorious for traffic; check for accidents before starting.

Travel Tips

London Transfer
Allow at least 60 minutes for the transfer between Paddington and Victoria.
M25 Traffic
Use a navigation app to avoid M25 congestion.
Train App
Use the Southern Rail app for live train times.
Parking
Brighton city center parking is expensive; use park-and-ride if possible.
Off-Peak Fares
Travel outside of peak hours to save on your rail ticket.