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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Copthorne is to bus which costs £3 - £4 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Copthorne is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Copthorne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Preston Circus and arriving at New Town. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Brighton to Copthorne?

The distance between Brighton and Copthorne is 26 miles. The road distance is 25.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Copthorne without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Brighton to Copthorne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Copthorne bus from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Copthorne?

The best way to get from Brighton to Copthorne is to train which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus and line 400 bus, which costs £9 - £20 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Brighton to Copthorne bus arrive?

Brighton to Copthorne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Copthorne?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Copthorne is 26 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Brighton to Copthorne.

Where can I stay near Copthorne?

There are 736+ hotels available in Copthorne.

Brighton to Copthorne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 400 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Copthorne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Gatwick AirportBrighton - Bedford / ...
52 min
£9–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to New Town272
1h 34m
£3–4
Bus, line 400 bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to New Town400
1h 24m
£10–20
Drive 25.5 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Copthorne25.5 mi
30 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brighton to Copthorne25.5 mi
30 min
£65–85

Brighton to Copthorne by train and bus

626Weekly Services

52 minAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 26.2 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Copthorne, West Sussex, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Brighton to Gatwick Airport every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £10–13 and the journey takes 37 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to New Town via South Terminal Bus Station and Gatwick South Terminal in around 1h 24m.

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