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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Stanstead is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Stanstead is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Brighton Old Steine S4 and arriving at Scotchford Bridge via Parkside, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Brighton to Stanstead?

The distance between Brighton and Stanstead is 120 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Stanstead without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 50m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Brighton to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Stanstead bus from?

Brighton to Stanstead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brighton Old Steine S4 station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Brighton to Stanstead is to train via London which takes 4h 50m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Brighton to Stanstead bus arrive?

Brighton to Stanstead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Stanstead is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Brighton to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 456+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Stanstead 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
4h 50m
£39–83
Drive 115.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Stansteadcar 115.8 mi
2h 15m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brighton Old Steine S4 to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk066
7h 23m
£30–46
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain Cambridge - Ipswich / ...
5h 27m
£74–132
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Horse Racing Museumbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Guineas Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
9h 10m
£45–62

Brighton to Stanstead by train and bus

42Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.2 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Stanway Close via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brighton Old Steine S4 to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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