What is the cheapest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham Spa and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn and arriving at Preston Circus via Royal Well Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham Spa and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Brighton via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton?

The distance between Cheltenham Spa and Brighton is 176 miles. The road distance is 137.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £80 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham Spa to Brighton bus from?

Cheltenham Spa to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham Spa to Brighton train from?

Cheltenham Spa to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton?

The best way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Cheltenham Spa to Brighton bus arrive?

Cheltenham Spa to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham Spa to Brighton train arrive?

Cheltenham Spa to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham Spa to Brighton is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
3h 36m
£82–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
5h 45m
£34–83
Drive 136.6 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham Spa to Brightoncar 136.6 mi
2h 51m
£34–48
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
4h 6m
£73–143
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk044
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
5h 59m
£40–83

Cheltenham Spa to Brighton by train

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Distance: 175.5 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Cheltenham Spa, England and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Brighton via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn to Preston Circus via Clarence Parade arrival, Royal Well Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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