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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Tilgate is to line 273 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Tilgate is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Tilgate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Wakehurst Drive. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Tilgate?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Tilgate. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Crawley via Three Bridges. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Brighton to Tilgate?

The distance between Brighton and Tilgate is 23 miles. The road distance is 21.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Tilgate without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £11 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Brighton to Tilgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Tilgate bus from?

Brighton to Tilgate bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Tilgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Tilgate?

The best way to get from Brighton to Tilgate is to train which takes 45 min and costs £11 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 273 bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Brighton to Tilgate bus arrive?

Brighton to Tilgate bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Wakehurst Drive station.

Where does the Brighton to Tilgate train arrive?

Brighton to Tilgate train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Three Bridges station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Tilgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Tilgate is 21 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Brighton to Tilgate.

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

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Where can I stay near Tilgate?

There are 671+ hotels available in Tilgate.

Brighton to Tilgate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 273 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Tilgate 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 Three BridgesBrighton - Bedford / ...
45 min
£12–20
Line 273 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Wakehurst Drive273 / ...
52 min
£2–3
Drive 21.2 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Tilgate21.2 mi
26 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brighton to Tilgate21.2 mi
26 min
£55–70
Bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Southgate Avenue Central10 / ...
1h 1m
£9–19

Brighton to Tilgate by train

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Distance: 22.5 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Brighton to Three Bridges every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 32 min. Southern also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Metrobus operates a bus from Preston Circus to Wakehurst Drive every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 52 min.

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