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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Leeds is to bus which costs £16 - £65 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Leeds is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station via South Terminal Coach Station and Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Leeds via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Brighton to Leeds?

The distance between Brighton and Leeds is 240 miles. The road distance is 247.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Brighton to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Leeds bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Leeds train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Leeds?

The best way to get from Brighton to Leeds is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Northampton, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Brighton to Leeds bus arrive?

Brighton to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Leeds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Leeds is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Brighton to Leeds.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leeds?

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Brighton to Leeds - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Brighton to Leeds by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to LeedsLondon Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 47m
£40–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station426 / ...
8h 7m
£16–64
Bus via Northampton
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Coach Park
3. Take the bus from Coach Park to Leeds City Bus Station
7h 7m
£46–65
Drive 246 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Leeds246 mi
4h 32m
£60–87
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leeds
6h
£103–313
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leeds
5h 51m
£98–227
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leeds
6h 34m
£94–392
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leeds
6h 36m
£119–326

Brighton to Leeds by train

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Distance: 238.3 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Leeds via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Leeds City Bus Station via South Terminal Coach Station and Coach Park in around 7h 7m.

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