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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Brighton is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Brighton is to train which takes 49 min and costs £12 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Brighton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from East Croydon and arriving at Brighton. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Croydon to Brighton?

The distance between Croydon and Brighton is 40 miles. The road distance is 44.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £12 - £29.

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

The train from East Croydon to Brighton takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Brighton train from?

Croydon to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.

Where does the Croydon to Brighton train arrive?

Croydon to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Brighton is 44 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Croydon to Brighton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Brighton.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to BrightonCambridge - Brighton / ...
49 min
£12–29
Drive 44 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Croydon to Brighton44 mi
55 min
£11–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from East Croydon to Gatwick AirportCambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Preston Circus025
1h 7m
£15–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Croydon to Brighton44 mi
55 min
£230–290

Croydon to Brighton by train

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49 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 40 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from East Croydon to Brighton every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £12–25 and the journey takes 49 min. Southern also services this route hourly.

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