Volks Electric Railway

Brighton, brighton-and-hove

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Address: Volks Electric Railway, 285 Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1EN, East Sussex, Brighton and Hove _{How do we get there?} Number: 01273 292718

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Volks Electric Railway is a narrow-gauge railway located in the seaside resort town of Brighton, East Sussex, England. It is the oldest operating electric railway in the world, having first opened to the public in 1883.

The railway runs along the seafront for just over a mile, connecting the Palace Pier with Black Rock. It was originally built as a tourist attraction and a means of transportation for visitors to the beach. Today, it is still a popular tourist attraction and a unique way to see the seafront.

The railway has a number of historic carriages, some of which date back to the early 20th century, and all of which have been restored and maintained over the years. The carriages run on a narrow-gauge track and are powered by electricity from a third rail.

The railway operates from Easter to late September, and there are usually trains running every 15 minutes. The journey takes around 20 minutes, and there are stops along the way where passengers can get off and explore the seafront.

Visitors to the railway can learn about its history and see some of the original carriages at the Volks Electric Railway Museum, which is located near the Aquarium station. The museum has exhibits and displays about the railway and its role in Brighton's history.

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If you are traveling by train, the closest station to the railway is Brighton railway station. From there, you can take a bus or a taxi to the seafront area, where the railway is located. Bus routes 1, 7, 14, and 27 run along the seafront.

If you are driving, the nearest car park to the railway is the Black Rock car park, which is located near the Black Rock station. There are also several other car parks along the seafront, including the Madeira Drive and the Churchill Square car parks.

Once you reach the seafront area, you can find the Volks Electric Railway stations at both the Palace Pier and Black Rock. The railway runs between these two stations, with several stops along the way.

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How much does it cost?

Adults

Adult single £4.80 Adult return £6.20

Children

Child single £3.00Child return £3.85

Free Under

3 years old

Last Updates

2023