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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Essex is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Essex is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Essex. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Essex. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at White Notley via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Brighton to Essex?

The distance between Brighton and Essex is 96 miles. The road distance is 96.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Essex without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 4m and costs £50 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Essex?

The best way to get from Brighton to Essex is to train via London which takes 3h 4m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Brighton to Essex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Essex train arrive?

Brighton to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Essex is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Brighton to Essex.

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

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Where can I stay near Essex?

There are 742+ hotels available in Essex.

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There are 4 ways to get from Brighton to Essex by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 4m
£51–112
Drive 95.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Essexcar 95.6 mi
1h 43m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 26m
£27–62
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 13m
£49–112

Brighton to Essex by train and subway

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3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.5 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to White Notley via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 5h 26m.

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