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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Harlech is to bus and train which costs £45 - £85 and takes 10h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Harlech is to drive which takes 5h 13m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Harlech via London Euston, Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Brighton to Harlech?

The distance between Brighton and Harlech is 306 miles. The road distance is 285.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Harlech without a car is to train which takes 8h 51m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Brighton to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Harlech bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Harlech train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Harlech?

The best way to get from Brighton to Harlech is to train which takes 8h 51m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 4m.

Where does the Brighton to Harlech bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Harlech train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Harlech is 285 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Brighton to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

There are 1476+ hotels available in Harlech.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Harlech?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Minffordd station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 4m.

There are 4 ways to get from Brighton to Harlech by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynlleth
4. Take the train from Machynlleth to Harlech
8h 51m
£48–169
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Newhall St
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynlleth
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Harlech
10h 30m
£46–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Minffordd stationT2
14h 4m
Drive 283.4 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Harlech283.4 mi
5h 13m
£70–100

Brighton to Harlech by train and foot

48Weekly Services

8h 51mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 304.4 mi
Duration: 8h 51m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Harlech, Wales?

You can take a train from Brighton to Harlech via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Birmingham New Street, and Machynlleth in around 8h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, and Minffordd station in around 14h 4m.

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