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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Brighton is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 7h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Brighton is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £24 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at St Peter's Church via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Calais to Brighton?

The distance between Calais and Brighton is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Brighton without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 27m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Calais to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Brighton bus from?

Calais to Brighton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where does the Calais to Brighton bus arrive?

Calais to Brighton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Brighton?

Brighton is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 6:58 AM in Calais and 5:58 AM in Brighton.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1720+ hotels available in Brighton.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoriabus 700 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
5h 27m
£36–77
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Brightoncar
3h 31m
£24–45
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Brightoncar
2h 32m
Bus, train via Hove
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoriabus 700 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Hovetrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
5h 42m
£36–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoriabus 700 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Peter's Churchbus 025
7h 46m
£25–57

Calais to Brighton by bus, foot, and train

80Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 157.3 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Brighton, England?

You can take a bus from Calais to St Peter's Church via London Victoria in around 7h 46m.

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