What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton is to rideshare which costs £5 - £13 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross (Station) and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and arriving at St Peter's Church via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross (Station) and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton. However, there are services departing from London Charing Cross and arriving at Brighton via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton?

The distance between Charing Cross (Station) and Brighton is 52 miles. The road distance is 53.5 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton without a car is to train via London Bridge which takes 1h 26m and costs £24 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton bus from?

Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton train from?

Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Bridge station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton?

The best way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton is to train via London Bridge which takes 1h 26m and costs £24 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £50 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton bus arrive?

Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Peter's Church station.

Where does the Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton train arrive?

Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1759+ hotels available in Brighton.

Can I share a ride from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train via London Bridge
best
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 26m
£25–52
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Brightonrideshare 53.4 mi
1h 40m
£5–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Peter's Churchbus 025
3h 36m
£18–49
Train
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
1h 26m
£26–57
Drive 53.2 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Brightoncar 53.2 mi
1h 22m
£14–19

Charing Cross (Station) to Brighton by train

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Distance: 52 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Charing Cross (Station), Greater London, England and Brighton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London Bridge to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £24–50 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Southern also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to St Peter's Church every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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