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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Watford is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Watford is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Watford. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Watford. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Watford Junction via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Brighton to Watford?

The distance between Brighton and Watford is 72 miles. The road distance is 69 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Watford without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Brighton to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Watford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brighton to Watford train from?

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

Train or bus from Brighton to Watford?

The best way to get from Brighton to Watford is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Brighton to Watford bus arrive?

Brighton to Watford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Watford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brighton to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Watford is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Brighton to Watford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brighton to Watford?

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Where can I stay near Watford?

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Brighton to Watford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 142 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Watford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 55m
£32–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Town Hallbus Ra3
3h 6m
£16–36
Drive 68.6 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Watfordcar 68.6 mi
1h 52m
£17–25
Train via Watford High Street
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Watford High Streettrain London Euston - Watford Junction
2h 25m
£42–91
Train, bus, line 142 bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Brent Cross Centre / North Circular Roadbus 757
3. Take the bus from Brent Cross Shopping Centre to St Mary's Roadbus 142
3h 17m
£29–68

Brighton to Watford by train and foot

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1h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.1 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intl every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £27–55 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 3h 6m.

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