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 £27 - £40 and takes 2h 16m.

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 16m and costs £27 - £40.

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 St Peter's Church via Bus Station, Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Brighton?

The distance between Stanstead and Brighton is 130 miles. The road distance is 116.9 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 £40 - £130.

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.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Brighton?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Brighton is to train which takes 5h and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Stanstead to Brighton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanstead to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Brighton is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Stanstead to Brighton.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1756+ hotels available in Brighton.

Stanstead to Brighton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stanstead to Brighton by bus, train, 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.

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
£43–121
Line 43 bus, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Groves Closebus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the bus from London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Brighton Old Steine S4bus
5h 37m
£24–87
Drive 116.2 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Brightoncar 116.2 mi
2h 16m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Bury St Edmunds to Cambridgetrain Ipswich - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Brightontrain Cambridge - Brighton
5h
£36–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
7h 44m
£48–87

Stanstead to Brighton by bus and train

83Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.7 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Scotchford Bridge to Brighton via Arc Shopping Centre, Bus Station, Tayfen Terrace, Bury St Edmunds, and Cambridge in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scotchford Bridge to St Peter's Church via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 44m.

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