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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Brighton is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Brighton via Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Guildford to Brighton?

The distance between Guildford and Brighton is 50 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Guildford to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Brighton train from?

Guildford to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Guildford station.

Where does the Guildford to Brighton train arrive?

Guildford to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Brighton is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Guildford to Brighton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1755+ hotels available in Brighton.

Guildford to Brighton - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Guildford to Brighton by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Gatwick AirportReading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to BrightonCambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 22m
£18–36
Drive 41.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Guildford to Brighton41.9 mi
1h 4m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Guildford to Brighton41.9 mi
1h 4m
£110–140

Guildford to Brighton by train

230Weekly Trains

1h 22mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.9 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Brighton via Gatwick Airport in around 1h 22m.

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