What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to New Forest is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to New Forest is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to New Forest station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Fleming Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Swindon via Gatwick Airport and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Brighton to New Forest?

The distance between Brighton and New Forest is 147 miles. The road distance is 98.9 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to New Forest without a car is to train and bus via London which takes 3h 50m and costs £60 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to New Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Brighton to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to New Forest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to New Forest train from?

Brighton to New Forest train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Brighton to New Forest?

The best way to get from Brighton to New Forest is to bus which takes 5h 41m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Brighton to New Forest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to New Forest train arrive?

Brighton to New Forest train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Brighton to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to New Forest is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Brighton to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 508+ hotels available in New Forest.

Brighton to New Forest - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromBrighton to New Forest

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Brighton to New Forest by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via London
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Five Alls Courtbus X5
3h 50m
£63–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Fleming Waybus 401 / ...
5h 41m
£20–36
Drive 98.3 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to New Forestcar 98.3 mi
2h 16m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 22m
£52–101
Train via London
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Twyford Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Twyford to Bedwyntrain
5h 22m
£72–114
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Endless Streetbus X7 / ...
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to Tesco Superstorebus 8 / ...
6h 17m
£33–54

Brighton to New Forest by train and bus

10Weekly Services

5h 22mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Brighton to New Forest.

Launch map view

Distance: 145.8 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from Preston Circus to Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Fleming Way in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Brighton to Police Station via Gatwick Airport, Reading, Swindon, and Fleming Way in around 4h 22m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.