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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Birmingham is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Birmingham New Street via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Brighton to Birmingham?

The distance between Brighton and Birmingham is 167 miles. The road distance is 168.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Brighton to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Birmingham bus from?

Brighton to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Birmingham train from?

Brighton to Birmingham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Brighton to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £70 - £490 and takes 5h 16m, you could also bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Brighton to Birmingham bus arrive?

Brighton to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Birmingham train arrive?

Brighton to Birmingham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Birmingham is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Brighton to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton to Birmingham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brighton to Birmingham?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 3m
£62–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
5h 9m
£35–86
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk020 / ...
4h 48m
£38–80
Drive 167.2 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Birminghamcar 167.2 mi
2h 57m
£41–59
Fly
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane LGW - BHX
5h 16m
£74–485

Brighton to Birmingham by train and foot

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Distance: 166.1 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Birmingham New Street via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and two other airlines fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham Airport (BHX) every 4 hours.

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