What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £40 - £130 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Horton Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Brighton to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Brighton and Greater Manchester is 241 miles. The road distance is 251.4 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £90 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Brighton to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Greater Manchester train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Brighton to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £130 and takes 7h 10m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £200 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Brighton to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Greater Manchester is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Brighton to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3626+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Brighton to Greater Manchester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Brighton to Greater Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 33m
£93–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
7h 10m
£44–121
Drive 249.9 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Greater Manchestercar 249.9 mi
4h 22m
£62–89
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 41m
£98–325
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
7h 22m
£48–91
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 49m
£107–249
Fly from London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
5h 33m
£67–195

Brighton to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 239.4 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Greater Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to Maine Road via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, and Charlotte Street in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Horton Road via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 7h 10m.

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