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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to France is to bus which costs €60 - €85 and takes 14h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to France is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs €55 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to France. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Pont de l'Archevêché via London Victoria and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and France?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to France. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Cité via London St Pancras Intl and Gare du Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Brighton to France?

The distance between Brighton and France is 539 km.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to France without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €130 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Brighton to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to France bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to France train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to France?

The best way to get from Brighton to France is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €130 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €85 and takes 14h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €55 - €220 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Brighton to France bus arrive?

Brighton to France bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Brighton and France?

France is 1h ahead of Brighton. It is currently 12:24 PM in Brighton and 1:24 PM in France.

Where does the Brighton to France train arrive?

Brighton to France train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 22946+ hotels available in France.

Brighton to France - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 10 ways to get from Brighton to France by train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, plane, car ferry, or train

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 London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
4h 45m
€134–263
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane LGW - NTE
4h 38m
€43–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
14h 30m
€60–83
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Brighton to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Pariscar
5h 7m
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane LGW - CDG
4h 35m
€58–220
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Brighton to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Pariscar
6h 25m
€97–142
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Paris Orly Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)plane LGW - ORY
4h 34m
€59–211
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LGW - BOD
4h 52m
€48–170
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane LGW - LYS
4h 58m
€56–183
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane LHR - CDG
6h 8m
€123–354

Brighton to France by train and subway

118Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

€134Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Brighton to France.

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Distance: 539.4 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and France?

You can take a train from Brighton to Cité via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Pont de l'Archevêché via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station, and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) in around 14h 30m.

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