What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Brighton is to bus which costs £15 - £27 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at St Peter's Church via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Brighton?

The distance between Watford Junction and Brighton is 72 miles. The road distance is 70 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Brighton without a car is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 2h 4m and costs £22 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Brighton?

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

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Brighton bus from?

Watford Junction to Brighton bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Brighton train from?

Watford Junction to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Brighton?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Brighton is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 2h 4m and costs £22 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £27 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Brighton bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Brighton bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Brighton train arrive?

Watford Junction to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Brighton is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Watford Junction to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

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Watford Junction to Brighton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London St Pancras International
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 4m
£23–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
3h 12m
£15–27
Drive 69.6 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Brightoncar 69.6 mi
1h 52m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to East Croydontrain Watford Junction - East Croydon
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 11m
£24–45

Watford Junction to Brighton by train and foot

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2h 4mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Watford Junction to Brighton.

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Distance: 71.1 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Brighton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to St Peter's Church via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 12m.

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