What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Download Festival?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Download Festival is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Download Festival?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Download Festival is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Download Festival?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Download Festival. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Donington Park via Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Download Festival?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Download Festival. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at East Midlands Parkway via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Brighton to Download Festival?

The distance between Brighton and Download Festival is 181 miles. The road distance is 181.8 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to Download Festival without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Download Festival without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Download Festival?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Brighton to Download Festival, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Download Festival bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Download Festival train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Download Festival?

The best way to get from Brighton to Download Festival is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £150 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Brighton to Download Festival bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Download Festival train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Download Festival?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Download Festival is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Brighton to Download Festival.

Where can I stay near Download Festival?

There are 1786+ hotels available in Download Festival.

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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 St Pancras Intl to East Midlands Parkwaytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
4h 16m
£89–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
7h 58m
£32–62
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 St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
7h 35m
£36–84
Drive 180.7 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Download Festivalcar 180.7 mi
3h 2m
£44–64
Fly
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane LGW - EMA
5h 53m
£72–149

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) flights

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Distance: 180 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Download Festival, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to Download Festival via London St Pancras Intl, East Midlands Parkway, East Midlands Parkway Station, and Download Festival Transport Hub in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Download Festival via Heathrow Central Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Donington Park in around 7h 35m.

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