What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Elephant and Castle is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £26 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Elephant & Castle / London Road via East Croydon Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brighton and arriving at London Bridge. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Brighton to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Brighton and Elephant and Castle is 51 miles. The road distance is 52 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £26 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Elephant and Castle?

The train from Brighton to London Bridge takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Brighton to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Elephant and Castle train from?

Brighton to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Elephant and Castle?

The best way to get from Brighton to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £26 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Brighton to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Brighton to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Brighton to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Elephant and Castle is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Brighton to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

There are 21935+ hotels available in Elephant and Castle.

Brighton to Elephant and Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brighton to Elephant and Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 6m
£26–55
Drive 51.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Elephant and Castlecar 51.7 mi
1h 18m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Elephant & Castle / London Roadbus N68
2h 12m
£15–31
Train, line 148 bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Elephant & Castle / London Roadbus 148
1h 22m
£28–62

Brighton to Elephant and Castle by train

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Distance: 50.3 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Brighton to London Bridge every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Southern also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Elephant & Castle / London Road via South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick Airport, East Croydon, and East Croydon Rail Station in around 2h 12m.

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