What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Brighton is to bus which costs £7 - £13 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Brighton via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Brighton?

The distance between Forest Gate and Brighton is 59 miles. The road distance is 60.4 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £14 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Brighton?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Forest Gate to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Brighton train from?

Forest Gate to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Farringdon station.

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Brighton?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Brighton is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £14 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £13 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Brighton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Brighton is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Forest Gate to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1135+ hotels available in Brighton.

Forest Gate to Brighton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

There are 4 ways to get from Forest Gate to Brighton by train, bus, car, or subway

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 Farringdon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 45m
£14–39
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Brighton Old Steine S4bus Uk066
3h 15m
£8–13
Drive 60 mi
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Brightoncar 60 mi
1h 35m
£15–22
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Moorgate station to Victoria stationsubway Circle
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
1h 54m
£14–52

Forest Gate to Brighton by train

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Map of how to get from Forest Gate to Brighton.

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Distance: 58.4 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Brighton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Farringdon to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £12–35 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Brighton Old Steine S4 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £4–9 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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