What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Brighton is to train and bus which costs £55 - £110 and takes 9h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Brighton is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £70 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Brighton. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at St Peter's Church via Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Brighton via Preston and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Brighton?

The distance between Blackpool and Brighton is 281 miles. The road distance is 290 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £70 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Brighton?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Blackpool to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Brighton bus from?

Blackpool to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Brighton train from?

Blackpool to Brighton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Brighton?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Brighton is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £70 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Blackpool to Brighton bus arrive?

Blackpool to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Brighton train arrive?

Blackpool to Brighton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Brighton is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Blackpool to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Brighton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1736+ hotels available in Brighton.

Blackpool to Brighton - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Blackpool to Brighton by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Preston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
4h 39m
£73–187
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk980
9h 11m
£57–108
Drive 288.3 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Brightoncar 288.3 mi
5h 9m
£71–102
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
6h 46m
£80–232
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
9h 55m
£59–141
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain
5h 58m
£111–307
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
5h 58m
£119–251
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
6h 49m
£93–279

Blackpool to Brighton by train and foot

225Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Brighton.

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Distance: 279 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Brighton via Preston, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to St Peter's Church via Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 55m.

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