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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Brighton is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Brighton is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Scotchford Bridge and arriving at Preston Circus via Bus Station, Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Bury St Edmunds and arriving at Brighton via Cambridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Brighton?

The distance between Stanstead and Brighton is 131 miles. The road distance is 118 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Brighton without a car is to line 43 bus and train which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Stanstead to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Brighton bus from?

Stanstead to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Brighton train from?

Stanstead to Brighton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Bury St Edmunds station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Brighton?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Brighton is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £150 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Stanstead to Brighton bus arrive?

Stanstead to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Stanstead to Brighton train arrive?

Stanstead to Brighton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Brighton is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Stanstead to Brighton.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Brighton.

Stanstead to Brighton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 43 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Groves Closebus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain
4h 13m
£58–116
Drive 117.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanstead to Brightoncar 117.3 mi
2h 14m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
7h 50m
£37–88
Train
1. Take the train from Bury St Edmunds to Cambridgetrain Ipswich - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Brightontrain Cambridge - Brighton
5h 16m
£72–150

Stanstead to Brighton by bus and train

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4h 13mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.8 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Scotchford Bridge to Preston Circus via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scotchford Bridge to Brighton via Arc Shopping Centre, Bus Station, Railway Station, Bury St Edmunds, and Cambridge in around 5h 16m.

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