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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Brighton is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Brighton is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at St Peter's Church via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Brighton via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Brighton?

The distance between Cheltenham and Brighton is 176 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £50 - £190.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Brighton bus from?

Cheltenham to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Brighton train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Brighton?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Brighton is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £50 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Brighton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Brighton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Brighton is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Cheltenham to Brighton.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London PaddingtonCheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to BrightonCambridge - Brighton / ...
3h 30m
£52–190
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to London VictoriaUk044
2. Take the train from London Victoria to BrightonLondon Victoria - Brighton
4h 57m
£17–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station444
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Church025
4h 45m
£32–54
Drive 137 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Brighton137 mi
2h 49m
£34–49
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to ReadingCheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick AirportReading - Gatwick Airport
4h 3m
£57–309

Cheltenham to Brighton by train

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3h 30mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.3 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to St Peter's Church via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 45m.

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