What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to The Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to The Downs is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to The Downs?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to The Downs is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and The Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to The Downs. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Totnes via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Brighton to The Downs?

The distance between Brighton and The Downs is 274 miles. The road distance is 209.4 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to The Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to The Downs without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £190 - £280.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to The Downs?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Brighton to The Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to The Downs train from?

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

Where does the Brighton to The Downs train arrive?

Brighton to The Downs train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Brighton to The Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to The Downs is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Brighton to The Downs.

Where can I stay near The Downs?

There are 1616+ hotels available in The Downs.

Brighton to The Downs - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Brighton to The Downs by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Totnestrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 27m
£191–280
Drive 208.2 mi
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1. Drive from Brighton to The Downscar 208.2 mi
4h 5m
£53–76

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Distance: 272.8 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and The Downs, Devon, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to The Downs via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Totnes in around 5h 27m.

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