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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Portishead is to bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Portishead is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Portishead?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Portishead. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Combe Road via South Terminal Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Brighton to Portishead?

The distance between Brighton and Portishead is 166 miles. The road distance is 144.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Portishead without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £55 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Brighton to Portishead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Portishead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Portishead?

The best way to get from Brighton to Portishead is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £55 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £75 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Brighton to Portishead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Portishead?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Portishead is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Brighton to Portishead.

Where can I stay near Portishead?

There are 1840+ hotels available in Portishead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Portishead by train, bus, or car

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 Gatwick Airport to ReadingGatwick Airport - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Bristol ParkwayLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 53m
£59–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Bus StationUk940
5h 23m
£21–72
Drive 143.4 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Portishead143.4 mi
3h 12m
£36–52
Train via Portsmouth
1. Take the train from Brighton to FarehamBrighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Fareham to Bristol Temple MeadsPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 3m
£49–324
Bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus StationUk940
6h 7m
£21–39

Brighton to Portishead by train and bus

206Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.2 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Combe Road via Gatwick Airport, Reading, Bristol Parkway, Bristol Parkway Stn, and Bus Station in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Combe Road via South Terminal Coach Station and Bus Station in around 5h 23m.

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