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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Brighton is to bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 19m.

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 40m and costs £85 - £200.

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 Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

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 40m.

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 40m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m 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 40m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Blackpool to Brighton bus arrive?

Blackpool to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central 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?

Book your Blackpool to Brighton train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Blackpool to Brighton bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1809+ hotels available in Brighton.

Blackpool to Brighton - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 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 Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
4h 40m
£89–197
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk030
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
10h 42m
£52–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
4. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
9h 19m
£56–142
Drive 288.3 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Brightoncar 288.3 mi
5h 9m
£71–103
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Huytontrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
6h 43m
£86–253
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 57m
£118–363
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 59m
£124–271

Blackpool to Brighton by train and foot

222Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Blackpool to Brighton.

Launch map view

Distance: 279.1 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to St Peter's Church via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 19m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.