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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Clifton is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Clifton is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Clifton?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Clifton. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Lansdown Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and The Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Clifton?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Clifton. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Clifton Down via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Brighton to Clifton?

The distance between Brighton and Clifton is 178 miles. The road distance is 137 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Clifton without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Brighton to Clifton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Clifton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Clifton train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Clifton?

The best way to get from Brighton to Clifton is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Brighton to Clifton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Clifton train arrive?

Brighton to Clifton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Clifton?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Clifton is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Brighton to Clifton.

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

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Where can I stay near Clifton?

There are 2635+ hotels available in Clifton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Clifton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 3m
£80–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
5h 17m
£31–60
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
5h 1m
£35–83
Drive 136.2 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Cliftoncar 136.2 mi
3h 4m
£34–48
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 44m
£64–129

Brighton to Clifton by train

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Distance: 177 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Clifton, Bristol, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to Clifton Down via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Lansdown Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and The Haymarket in around 5h 1m.

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