What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Waterloo East Station?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Waterloo East Station is to rideshare which costs £4 - £10 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Waterloo East Station?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Waterloo East Station is to train via London Bridge which takes 1h 12m and costs £27 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Waterloo East Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Waterloo East Station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at The Old Vic via East Croydon Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Waterloo East Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brighton and arriving at London Blackfriars. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Brighton to Waterloo East Station?

The distance between Brighton and Waterloo East Station is 52 miles. The road distance is 52.4 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to Waterloo East Station without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Waterloo East Station without a car is to train via London Bridge which takes 1h 12m and costs £27 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Waterloo East Station?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Brighton to Waterloo East Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Waterloo East Station bus from?

Brighton to Waterloo East Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Waterloo East Station train from?

Brighton to Waterloo East Station train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Waterloo East Station?

The best way to get from Brighton to Waterloo East Station is to train via London Bridge which takes 1h 12m and costs £27 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Brighton to Waterloo East Station bus arrive?

Brighton to Waterloo East Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Waterloo East Station train arrive?

Brighton to Waterloo East Station train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Waterloo East Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Waterloo East Station is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Brighton to Waterloo East Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton to Waterloo East Station?

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Where can I stay near Waterloo East Station?

There are 21940+ hotels available in Waterloo East Station.

Can I share a ride from Brighton to Waterloo East Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brighton and Waterloo East Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 6 ways to get from Brighton to Waterloo East Station by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train via London Bridge
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 12m
£27–53
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Brighton to Londonrideshare 53.3 mi
1h 54m
£4–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to The Old Vicbus N68
2h 20m
£15–31
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Blackfriarstrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 27m
£27–55
Train, line 11 bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rdbus 11
1h 32m
£27–71
Drive 52.1 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Waterloo East Stationcar 52.1 mi
1h 19m
£13–19

Brighton to Waterloo East Station by train

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Distance: 51.4 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Waterloo East Station, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Brighton to London Bridge every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Southern also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Waterloo East Station via South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick Airport, East Croydon, East Croydon Rail Station, and The Old Vic in around 2h 20m.

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