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 - £18 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 - £18.

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 Flagstone Paving and arriving at St Peter's Church via Quarry Hill Parade and Royal Victoria Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

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 1h 54m and costs £28 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m 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 Brian Jones Coaches, depart from Flagstone Paving station.

Train or bus from Stansted to Brighton?

The best way to get from Stansted to Brighton is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £28 - £90. 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 Brian Jones Coaches, arrive at Quarry Hill Parade 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 1758+ hotels available in Brighton.

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

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

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 Borough Green & Wrotham to London Bridgetrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Brightontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 54m
£28–89
Drive 48.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stansted to Brightoncar 48.4 mi
1h 20m
£12–18
Line 223 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Flagstone Paving to Quarry Hill Paradebus 223
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to St Peter's Churchbus 29 / ...
3h 18m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stansted to Brightontaxi 48.4 mi
1h 20m
£120–160

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stansted to Brighton.

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Distance: 81.1 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Flagstone Paving to St Peter's Church via Quarry Hill Parade and Royal Victoria Place in around 3h 18m.

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