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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to France is to train and bus which costs €60 - €130 and takes 11h 38m.

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 28m and costs €50 - €170.

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 46m.

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 46m and costs €170 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Brighton to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to France train from?

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

Train or fly from Brighton to France?

The best way to get from Brighton to France is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs €170 - €300. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €65 - €250 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the time difference between Brighton and France?

France is 1h ahead of Brighton. It is currently 9:15 PM in Brighton and 10:15 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 23176+ 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), train, bus, car, car train, plane, or car ferry

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 46m
€173–300
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 28m
€51–163
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
11h 38m
€63–127
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 37m
€66–243
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
€68–142
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LGW - BOD
5h 1m
€51–173
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)plane LGW - NCE
5h 19m
€61–203
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
5h 3m
€59–176
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 1m
€131–357

Brighton to France by train and subway

118Weekly Services

4h 46mAverage Duration

€173Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Brighton to France.

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Distance: 539.4 km
Duration: 4h 46m

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 46m. Alternatively, easyJet and Air France fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) every 4 hours.

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