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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Gatwick is to line 273 bus and line 100 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Gatwick is to train which takes 30 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Preston Circus and arriving at North Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brighton and arriving at Gatwick Airport. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Brighton to Gatwick?

The distance between Brighton and Gatwick is 24 miles. The road distance is 26.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £9 - £15.

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

The train from Brighton to Gatwick Airport takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Gatwick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Gatwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Brighton to Gatwick is to train which takes 30 min and costs £9 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £17 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Brighton to Gatwick bus arrive?

Brighton to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at North Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Gatwick train arrive?

Brighton to Gatwick train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Gatwick is 27 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Brighton to Gatwick.

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

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

Book your Brighton to Gatwick bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gatwick?

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Brighton to Gatwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Gatwick 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 Airporttrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
30 min
£9–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to North Terminal Bus Stationbus 025
53 min
£5–17
Drive 26.6 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Gatwickcar 26.6 mi
34 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brighton to Gatwicktaxi 26.6 mi
34 min
£70–85
Line 273 bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from London Road Shops to Bus Stationbus 273 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
1h 33m
£5–6

Brighton to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 24 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Brighton to Gatwick Airport every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £10–13 and the journey takes 30 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Preston Circus to North Terminal Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–17 and the journey takes 53 min. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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