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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Stansted is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Stansted is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £11 - £17.

How far is it from Brighton to Stansted?

The distance between Brighton and Stansted is 82 miles. The road distance is 48.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Brighton to Stansted, including transfers.

Train or bus from Brighton to Stansted?

The best way to get from Brighton to Stansted is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 223 bus, which costs and takes 3h 53m.

Can I drive from Brighton to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Stansted is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Brighton to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 1737+ hotels available in Stansted.

Brighton to Stansted - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 223 bus, and car

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

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 Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
3h 30m
£37–78
Drive 48.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Stanstedcar 48.4 mi
1h 21m
£12–17
Bus, line 223 bus
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Labour-in-Vain Roadbus 223
3h 53m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brighton to Stanstedtaxi 48.4 mi
1h 21m
£120–160

Brighton to Stansted by train and bus

5Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Brighton to Stansted.

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Distance: 81.7 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Labour-in-Vain Road via London Bridge, Borough Green & Wrotham, and High Street in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Peter's Church to Labour-in-Vain Road via Railway Station, Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, and Quarry Hill Parade in around 3h 53m.

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