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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton and Hove to Stansted is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton and Hove to Stansted is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Hove and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton and Hove to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Elm Grove and arriving at Labour-in-Vain Road via Quarry Hill Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Hove and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton and Hove to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Borough Green & Wrotham via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Brighton and Hove to Stansted?

The distance between Brighton and Hove and Stansted is 82 miles. The road distance is 47.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton and Hove to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Brighton and Hove to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton and Hove to Stansted bus from?

Brighton and Hove to Stansted bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from Elm Grove station.

Where do I catch the Brighton and Hove to Stansted train from?

Brighton and Hove to Stansted train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton and Hove to Stansted?

The best way to get from Brighton and Hove to Stansted is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 223 bus, which costs and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Brighton and Hove to Stansted bus arrive?

Brighton and Hove to Stansted bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Brighton and Hove to Stansted train arrive?

Brighton and Hove to Stansted train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Brighton and Hove to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton and Hove to Stansted is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Brighton and Hove to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2303+ hotels available in Stansted.

Brighton and Hove to Stansted - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

How to get fromBrighton and Hove to Stansted

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Brighton and Hove to Stansted 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 Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
2h 28m
£51–92
Drive 47.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton and Hove to Stanstedcar 47.6 mi
1h 18m
£12–17
Bus, line 223 bus
1. Take the bus from Elm Grove to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Labour-in-Vain Roadbus 223
3h 47m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brighton and Hove to Stanstedtaxi 47.6 mi
1h 18m
£120–150

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Brighton and Hove to Stansted.

Launch map view

Distance: 81.1 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Stansted via London Bridge and Borough Green & Wrotham in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elm Grove to Labour-in-Vain Road via Railway Station, Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, and Quarry Hill Parade in around 3h 47m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.