What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Brighton (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station). However, there are services departing from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 and arriving at St Peter's Church via Sophia Gardens and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Brighton (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station). However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Brighton via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station)?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Brighton (Station) is 201 miles. The road distance is 177.1 miles.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) train from?

Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station)?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £40 - £110 and takes 5h 49m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £190 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station)?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station)?

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Q: How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station)?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station), including transfers.

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
3h 37m
£93–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940
6h 2m
£34–64
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
5h 49m
£41–103
Drive 176.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station)car 176.1 mi
3h 33m
£43–62
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
6h 6m
£89–203
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
4h 40m
£82–162
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane CWL - LGW
6h 5m
£83–186

Cardiff Central Station to Brighton (Station) by train

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Brighton (Station), England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Brighton via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 to Brighton (Station) via Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and St Peter's Church in around 5h 49m.

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