What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove is to bus and line 7 bus which costs £10 - £14 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Brighton and Hove?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Brighton and Hove. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Elm Grove via Royal Star Arcade and Royal Victoria Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Brighton and Hove?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove?

The distance between Canterbury and Brighton and Hove is 124 miles. The road distance is 70 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 28m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Brighton and Hove bus from?

Canterbury to Brighton and Hove bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Brighton and Hove train from?

Canterbury to Brighton and Hove train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove is to train via London which takes 2h 28m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs £10 - £14 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Canterbury to Brighton and Hove bus arrive?

Canterbury to Brighton and Hove bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Brighton and Hove train arrive?

Canterbury to Brighton and Hove train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Brighton and Hove is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove?

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Where can I stay near Brighton and Hove?

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There are 5 ways to get from Canterbury to Brighton and Hove by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 28m
£63–125
Bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
2. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Royal Victoria Placebus 7 / ...
3. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to Elm Grovebus 29 / ...
5h 20m
£11–14
Drive 69.6 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Brighton and Hovecar 69.6 mi
1h 43m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train Ashford International - Eastbourne
2. Take the train from Hampden Park (Sussex) to Brightontrain Eastbourne - Brighton / ...
3h 13m
£38–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Preston Circusbus 025
5h 50m
£29–71

Canterbury to Brighton and Hove by train

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Distance: 123.3 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Brighton and Hove, England?

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Brighton via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Elm Grove via Royal Star Arcade and Royal Victoria Place in around 5h 20m.

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