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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Dunstable is to bus which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Dunstable is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at The Quadrant via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Airport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Dunstable?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brighton and arriving at Leagrave. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Brighton to Dunstable?

The distance between Brighton and Dunstable is 86 miles. The road distance is 96.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Dunstable without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £45 - £85.

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

The train from Brighton to Leagrave takes 2h 6m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Dunstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Dunstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Dunstable?

The best way to get from Brighton to Dunstable is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Brighton to Dunstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Dunstable train arrive?

Brighton to Dunstable train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Leagrave station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Dunstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Dunstable is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Brighton to Dunstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunstable?

There are 1037+ hotels available in Dunstable.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Brighton to Dunstable 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 Leagravetrain Brighton - Bedford
2h 6m
£45–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
4h 9m
£22–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 757
3h 5m
£37–74
Drive 96.1 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Dunstablecar 96.1 mi
1h 44m
£24–35

Brighton to Dunstable by train

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85.8 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Brighton to Leagrave every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to The Quadrant via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Airport Bus Station in around 4h 9m.

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