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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Brighton is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Brighton is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at St Peter's Church via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Brighton via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Brighton?

The distance between Cardiff and Brighton is 201 miles. The road distance is 177.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Cardiff to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Brighton bus from?

Cardiff to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Brighton train from?

Cardiff to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Brighton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Brighton is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £25 - £65 and takes 5h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £280 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Cardiff to Brighton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Brighton train arrive?

Cardiff to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Brighton is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Cardiff to Brighton.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

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Cardiff to Brighton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Brighton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to BrightonBedford - Brighton / ...
3h 34m
£60–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to South Terminal Coach StationUk940
5h 39m
£21–40
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Church025
5h 15m
£25–64
Drive 176.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Brighton176.3 mi
3h 32m
£44–63
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)CWL - LGW
6h 16m
£73–280
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton CentralCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to BrightonSouthampton Central - Brighton
4h 40m
£54–187

Cardiff to Brighton by train

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Distance: 199.8 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Brighton via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to St Peter's Church via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 15m.

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