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

The cheapest way to get from Charlwood to Brighton is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlwood to Brighton is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Charlwood and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlwood to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Rectory Lane and arriving at Old Steine via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Charlwood and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Charlwood to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Brighton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Charlwood to Brighton?

The distance between Charlwood and Brighton is 28 miles. The road distance is 26.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charlwood to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Charlwood to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlwood to Brighton bus from?

Charlwood to Brighton bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Rectory Lane station.

Where do I catch the Charlwood to Brighton train from?

Charlwood to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Charlwood to Brighton?

The best way to get from Charlwood to Brighton is to train which takes 45 min and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 21 bus and line 273 bus, which costs and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Charlwood to Brighton bus arrive?

Charlwood to Brighton bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Haslett Avenue West station.

Where does the Charlwood to Brighton train arrive?

Charlwood to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Charlwood to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlwood to Brighton is 26 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Charlwood to Brighton.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Brighton.

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There are 7 ways to get from Charlwood to Brighton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
45 min
£33–48
Drive 26 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charlwood to Brightoncar 26 mi
34 min
£7–10
Line 21 bus, line 273 bus
1. Take the bus from Rectory Lane to Haslett Avenue Westbus 21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Old Steinebus 273 / ...
1h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charlwood to Brightontaxi 26 mi
34 min
£110–140
Line 22 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rectory Lane to Gatwick South Terminalbus 22
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 8m
£14–25
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rectory Lane to Haslett Avenue Westbus 21 / ...
2. Take the train from Three Bridges to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 16m
Line 22 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Rectory Lane to Gatwick South Terminalbus 22
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
1h 53m
£7–11

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Distance: 27.6 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Charlwood, Surrey, England and Brighton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £16 and the journey takes 38 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rectory Lane to Old Steine via Haslett Avenue West and Bus Station in around 1h 48m.

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