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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Seaham is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Seaham is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £75 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Seaham?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Seaham. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at New Strangford Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sunderland Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Seaham?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Seaham. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Seaham via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Brighton to Seaham?

The distance between Brighton and Seaham is 314 miles. The road distance is 319 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Seaham without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £75 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Brighton to Seaham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Seaham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Seaham train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Seaham?

The best way to get from Brighton to Seaham is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £75 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Brighton to Seaham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Seaham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Seaham?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Seaham is 319 miles. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Brighton to Seaham.

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

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Where can I stay near Seaham?

There are 1746+ hotels available in Seaham.

Brighton to Seaham - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Brighton to Seaham by train, bus, car, or plane

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 IntlBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to SeahamLondon Kings Cross - Sunderland
5h 36m
£80–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10
9h 55m
£40–102
Drive 317.2 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Seaham317.2 mi
5h 46m
£80–115
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
6h 24m
£82–317
Train via Bus Station Stand E
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to DurhamLondon Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
6h 6m
£78–207
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
6h 21m
£111–252
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
6h 55m
£59–254
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
7h 32m
£108–410
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
8h 18m
£109–387
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
8h 3m
£89–304

Brighton to Seaham by train

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Distance: 312.4 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Seaham, County Durham, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to Seaham via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to New Strangford Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sunderland Interchange in around 9h 55m.

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