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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Stansted is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Stansted is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Stansted. However, there are services departing from St Peter's Church and arriving at Labour-in-Vain Road via Quarry Hill Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Borough Green & Wrotham via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Brighton to Stansted?

The distance between Brighton and Stansted is 82 miles. The road distance is 48.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Brighton to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Stansted bus from?

Brighton to Stansted bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from St Peter's Church station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Stansted train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Stansted?

The best way to get from Brighton to Stansted is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 223 bus, which costs and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Brighton to Stansted bus arrive?

Brighton to Stansted bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Brighton to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Stansted is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Brighton to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2290+ hotels available in Stansted.

Brighton to Stansted - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 223 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
2h 28m
£53–96
Drive 48.4 mi
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1. Drive from Brighton to Stanstedcar 48.4 mi
1h 21m
£12–18
Bus, line 223 bus
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Labour-in-Vain Roadbus 223
3h 51m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brighton to Stanstedtaxi 48.4 mi
1h 21m
£120–160

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Distance: 81.1 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Stansted via London Bridge and Borough Green & Wrotham in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Peter's Church to Labour-in-Vain Road via Railway Station, Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, and Quarry Hill Parade in around 3h 51m.

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