What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Sussex?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Sussex is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Sussex?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Sussex is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Sussex. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sheffield Park Entrance via Perrymount Road and The Bull. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Sussex. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Haywards Heath via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Bristol to Sussex?

The distance between Bristol and Sussex is 168 miles. The road distance is 149.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Sussex without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £90 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Sussex?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Bristol to Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Sussex bus from?

Bristol to Sussex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Sussex train from?

Bristol to Sussex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Sussex?

The best way to get from Bristol to Sussex is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Bristol to Sussex bus arrive?

Bristol to Sussex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Bristol to Sussex train arrive?

Bristol to Sussex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Sussex is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Bristol to Sussex.

Where can I stay near Sussex?

There are 1804+ hotels available in Sussex.

Bristol to Sussex - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bristol to Sussex by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Haywards Heathtrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
3h 1m
£93–180
Drive 148.2 mi
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1. Drive from Bristol to Sussexcar 148.2 mi
2h 32m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
6h 4m
£37–86

Bristol to Sussex by bus, train, and foot

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6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.1 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sussex via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, London Victoria, and Haywards Heath in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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