What is the cheapest way to get from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton is to bus and line 7 bus via Bus Station which costs £13 - £17 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Dover Castle (Station) and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Dover and arriving at St Peter's Church via Chequers Bus Station and Royal Victoria Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Dover Castle (Station) and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton?

The distance between Dover Castle (Station) and Brighton is 132 miles. The road distance is 77.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 2m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton bus from?

Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, depart from Dover station.

Where do I catch the Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton train from?

Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton?

The best way to get from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton is to train via London which takes 3h 2m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton bus arrive?

Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, arrive at Maidstone station.

Where does the Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton train arrive?

Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1811+ hotels available in Brighton.

Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
3h 2m
£67–133
Bus, line 7 bus via Bus Station
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 St Peter's Churchbus 29 / ...
6h 53m
£14–17
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Dover to Maidstonebus
2. Take the bus from Chequers Bus Station to Royal Victoria Placebus 7 / ...
3. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to St Peter's Churchbus 29 / ...
5h 8m
Drive 77.4 mi
1. Drive from Dover Castle (Station) to Brightoncar 77.4 mi
1h 52m
£19–28
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 50m
£46–92

Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton by bus and train

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Distance: 131.2 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Dover Castle (Station), England and Brighton, England?

You can take a vehicle from Dover Castle (Station) to Brighton via Dover Priory and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dover Castle (Station) to St Peter's Church via Dover, Chequers Bus Station, and Royal Victoria Place in around 5h 8m.

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