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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Brighton is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Brighton station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Pool Valley Coach Station via Coach Station and Stratford City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Brighton via Liverpool Street station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Colchester to Brighton?

The distance between Colchester and Brighton is 104 miles. The road distance is 108.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £29 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Colchester to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Brighton bus from?

Colchester to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Brighton train from?

Colchester to Brighton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Brighton?

The best way to get from Colchester to Brighton is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 4h.

Where does the Colchester to Brighton bus arrive?

Colchester to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Brighton train arrive?

Colchester to Brighton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Brighton is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Colchester to Brighton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

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Colchester to Brighton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to BrightonCambridge - Brighton / ...
2h 7m
£30–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus StationA9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Pool Valley Coach Station
4h
£26–49
Drive 107.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Brighton107.8 mi
1h 54m
£27–38
Train via London
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to BrightonLondon Victoria - Brighton
2h 26m
£31–123

Colchester to Brighton by train and bus

618Weekly Services

2h 7mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Brighton.

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Distance: 103.2 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Brighton via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street Station, London Bridge Station, and London Bridge in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Pool Valley Coach Station via Coach Station and Stratford City Bus Station in around 4h.

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