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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Brighton is to train and fly which costs £45 - £140 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Brighton is to train and fly which takes 4h 14m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Preston Circus via Union Square Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Brighton via Aberdeen, Edinburgh Waverley and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

How far is it from Elgin to Brighton?

The distance between Elgin and Brighton is 525 miles. The road distance is 589.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 10h 28m and costs £80 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Elgin to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Brighton bus from?

Elgin to Brighton bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Brighton train from?

Elgin to Brighton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Brighton?

The best way to get from Elgin to Brighton is to train which takes 10h 28m and costs £80 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 19h 55m.

Where does the Elgin to Brighton bus arrive?

Elgin to Brighton bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Elgin to Brighton train arrive?

Elgin to Brighton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Brighton is 589 miles. It takes approximately 11h 18m to drive from Elgin to Brighton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1755+ hotels available in Brighton.

Elgin to Brighton - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Elgin to Brighton by train, plane, bus, or car

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

Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)INV - LGW
4h 14m
£46–132
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Cross
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brighton
10h 28m
£81–236
Bus, train via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Bus Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Brighton
17h 47m
£72–150
Drive 585.8 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Brighton585.8 mi
11h 18m
£143–207
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)ABZ - LGW
5h
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)ABZ - LHR
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Brighton
6h 20m
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Brighton
5h 30m
£88–342
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Brighton
5h 37m
£64–207
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the train from Inverness to Finsbury Park
3. Take the train from Finsbury Park to Brighton
14h 27m
£95–153
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to London Victoria
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Preston Circus025
19h 55m
£58–130

Elgin to Brighton by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

17h 47mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Elgin to Brighton.

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Distance: 522.1 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Elgin to Brighton via Aberdeen, Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 10h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Preston Circus via Union Square Bus Station and London Victoria in around 19h 55m.

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