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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Brighton is to bus which costs £17 - £45 and takes 4h 53m.

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 55m 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 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road via Coach Station and London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

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 19m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m 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 19m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 4h 53m.

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 55m 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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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 Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 19m
£53–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Roadbus
4h 53m
£17–43
Drive 107.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Brightoncar 107.8 mi
1h 55m
£27–38
Train via London
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
2h 26m
£53–117

Colchester to Brighton by train and bus

486Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.9 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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 Bus Station, and London Bridge in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U in around 4h 53m.

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