What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to bus which costs £5 - £13 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton (Station) and Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Preston Circus and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Brighton (Station) and Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brighton and arriving at Gatwick Airport. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How long does it take to get from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The train from Brighton to Gatwick Airport takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal bus from?

Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train from?

Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The best way to get from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is to train which takes 37 min and costs £12 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £13 and takes 49 min.

Can I drive from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 28 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

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Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal

Q: How far is it from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal?

The distance between Brighton (Station) and Gatwick Airport South Terminal is 24 miles. The road distance is 27.5 miles.

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There are 4 ways to get from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Gatwick Airporttrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
37 min
£12–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025
49 min
£5–13
Drive 27.4 mi
1. Drive from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminalcar 27.4 mi
32 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminaltaxi 27.4 mi
32 min
£70–90

Brighton (Station) to Gatwick Airport South Terminal by train

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Distance: 24 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Brighton (Station), England and Gatwick Airport South Terminal, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Brighton to Gatwick Airport every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 37 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 38 min.

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