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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Brighton is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Stansted and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Stansted to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Labour-in-Vain Road and arriving at St Peter's Church via Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Stansted and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Borough Green & Wrotham and arriving at Brighton via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Stansted to Brighton?

The distance between Stansted and Brighton is 82 miles. The road distance is 48.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Stansted to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Brighton bus from?

Stansted to Brighton bus services, operated by 1st Bus Stop, depart from Labour-in-Vain Road station.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Brighton train from?

Stansted to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Borough Green & Wrotham station.

Train or bus from Stansted to Brighton?

The best way to get from Stansted to Brighton is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can line 223 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Stansted to Brighton bus arrive?

Stansted to Brighton bus services, operated by 1st Bus Stop, arrive at Quarry Hill Parade station.

Where does the Stansted to Brighton train arrive?

Stansted to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Stansted to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Brighton is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Stansted to Brighton.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1805+ hotels available in Brighton.

Stansted to Brighton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 223 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Bridgetrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 4m
£50–96
Drive 48.4 mi
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1. Drive from Stansted to Brightoncar 48.4 mi
1h 20m
£12–17
Line 223 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Labour-in-Vain Road to Quarry Hill Paradebus 223
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Peter's Churchbus 29 / ...
3h 18m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stansted to Brightontaxi 48.4 mi
1h 20m
£120–160

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Distance: 81.1 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stansted to Brighton via Borough Green & Wrotham and London Bridge in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Labour-in-Vain Road to St Peter's Church via Quarry Hill Parade, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, and Railway Station in around 3h 18m.

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