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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Bath is to bus which costs £18 - £70 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Bath is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Bath station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Bath?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Bath. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Bath Spa via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Brighton to Bath?

The distance between Brighton and Bath is 163 miles. The road distance is 123.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Bath without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £50 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Brighton to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Bath bus from?

Brighton to Bath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Bath train from?

Brighton to Bath train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Bath?

The best way to get from Brighton to Bath is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £50 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £70 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Brighton to Bath bus arrive?

Brighton to Bath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Bath train arrive?

Brighton to Bath train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Bath is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Brighton to Bath.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bath?

There are 2547+ hotels available in Bath.

Brighton to Bath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Brighton to Bath by train, bus, or car

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 Brighton to FarringdonBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath SpaLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 12m
£50–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus StationUk043
4h 32m
£18–69
Drive 123 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Bath123 mi
2h 36m
£31–45
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton CentralBrighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bath SpaPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 54m
£40–104

Brighton to Bath by train

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Distance: 161.6 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Bath Spa via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 32m.

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