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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Stanstead is to bus which costs £17 - £30 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Stanstead is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road and arriving at Stanway Close via Drummer St Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Bury St Edmunds via Cambridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Brighton to Stanstead?

The distance between Brighton and Stanstead is 155 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Brighton to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Stanstead bus from?

Brighton to Stanstead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Stanstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Brighton to Stanstead is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Brighton to Stanstead bus arrive?

Brighton to Stanstead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where does the Brighton to Stanstead train arrive?

Brighton to Stanstead train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Stanstead is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Brighton to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 493+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain Cambridge - Ipswich / ...
5h 26m
£75–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk066
2. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 13A / ...
7h 6m
£18–29
Drive 115.8 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Stansteadcar 115.8 mi
2h 15m
£28–41
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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 / ...
7h 51m
£30–67

Brighton to Stanstead by train and bus

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.1 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Scotchford Bridge via Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, Tayfen Terrace, and Bus Station in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road to Stanway Close via Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18, Drummer St Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 6m.

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