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

The cheapest way to get from Cowes to Brighton is to ferry and bus which costs £40 - £50 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowes to Brighton is to ferry and train which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £70.

How far is it from Cowes to Brighton?

The distance between Cowes and Brighton is 75 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowes to Brighton without a car is to ferry and train which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Cowes to Brighton, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1773+ hotels available in Brighton.

Cowes to Brighton - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Cowes to Brighton by ferry, train, or bus

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Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
2h 57m
£35–67
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverportferry IOW Hovercraft
2. Take the bus from Clarence Pier to Old Steinebus Vc3
4h 23m
£41–50

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cowes to Brighton.

Launch map view

Distance: 74.6 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

There is no direct connection from Cowes to Brighton. However, you can take the ferry to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, walk to Platform Tavern, take the line 19 bus to Central Station, walk to Southampton Central, then take the train to Brighton. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Well Road to Old Steine via Transport Interchange, Ryde Hoverport, Southsea Hoverport, and Clarence Pier in around 4h 23m.

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