What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Central London?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Central London is to bus which costs £9 - £35 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Central London?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Central London is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Central London?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Central London. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Market Place Brentford via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Central London?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Central London. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Brentford via Gatwick Airport and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Brighton to Central London?

The distance between Brighton and Central London is 55 miles. The road distance is 55.8 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to Central London without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Central London without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Central London?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Brighton to Central London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Central London bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Central London train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Central London?

The best way to get from Brighton to Central London is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £35 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Brighton to Central London bus arrive?

Brighton to Central London bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Brighton to Central London train arrive?

Brighton to Central London train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Central London?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Central London is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Brighton to Central London.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton to Central London?

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Where can I stay near Central London?

There are 20911+ hotels available in Central London.

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There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Central London by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Brentfordtrain
1h 43m
£26–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Market Place Brentfordbus N9
2h 59m
£9–31
Drive 55.5 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Central Londoncar 55.5 mi
1h 26m
£14–20
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Blackfriarstrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to Ealing Broadway stationsubway District
2h 16m
£33–69
Line 273 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from London Road Shops to Station Waybus 273 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Clock Towerbus 460 / ...
4h 38m

Brighton to Central London by train

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Distance: 54.5 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Central London, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to Brentford via Gatwick Airport and Clapham Junction in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Market Place Brentford via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 59m.

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