What is the cheapest way to get from New Cross to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from New Cross to Brighton is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Cross to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from New Cross to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between New Cross and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from New Cross to Brighton. However, there are services departing from New Cross and arriving at Brighton via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from New Cross to Brighton?

The distance between New Cross and Brighton is 54 miles. The road distance is 52.1 miles.

How do I travel from New Cross to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from New Cross to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £26 - £60.

How long does it take to get from New Cross to Brighton?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from New Cross to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Cross to Brighton train from?

New Cross to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Bridge station.

Train or bus from New Cross to Brighton?

The best way to get from New Cross to Brighton is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £26 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 197 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £95 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the New Cross to Brighton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from New Cross to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between New Cross to Brighton is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from New Cross to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from New Cross to Brighton?

Book your New Cross to Brighton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 503+ hotels available in Brighton.

New Cross to Brighton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 197 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from New Cross to Brighton by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 23m
£26–58
Drive 51.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Cross to Brightoncar 51.8 mi
1h 19m
£13–19
Line 197 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Peckham Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus 197
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
2h 49m
£16–93
Train via London Victoria
1. Take the train from New Cross Gate to London Victoriatrain London Bridge - London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
2h 5m
£33–74

New Cross to Brighton by train

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.4 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between New Cross, Greater London, England and Brighton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London Bridge to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Southern also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Cross Gate Station to St Peter's Church via Clayton Road, Peckham Bus Station, East Croydon Rail Station, East Croydon, Gatwick Airport, and South Terminal Bus Station in around 2h 49m.

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