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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Rainhill is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Rainhill is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Rainhill?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Rainhill. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Rainhill Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Rainhill?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Rainhill. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Runcorn via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Brighton to Rainhill?

The distance between Brighton and Rainhill is 242 miles. The road distance is 255.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Rainhill without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Brighton to Rainhill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Rainhill bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Rainhill train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Rainhill?

The best way to get from Brighton to Rainhill is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 47m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £170 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Brighton to Rainhill bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Rainhill train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Rainhill?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Rainhill is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Brighton to Rainhill.

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

Book your Brighton to Rainhill train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rainhill?

There are 2476+ hotels available in Rainhill.

Brighton to Rainhill - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Brighton to Rainhill 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 Runcorntrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 3m
£91–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
8h 47m
£39–76
Drive 254.2 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Rainhillcar 254.2 mi
4h 22m
£63–92
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Rainhilltrain
5h 32m
£108–303
Train via Manchester
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
5h 11m
£97–151
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Manchester Airportbus Uk980
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Rainhilltrain Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
9h 4m
£48–82
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
6h 12m
£72–164
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Rainhilltrain
6h 24m
£77–212
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
7h 56m
£143–525

Brighton to Rainhill by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 241.1 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Lawton Road via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Runcorn, and Runcorn Station in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Rainhill Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 8h 47m.

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