What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to Brightlingsea?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Brightlingsea is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Brightlingsea?

The fastest way to get from Dover to Brightlingsea is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Brightlingsea?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Brightlingsea. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Wivenhoe via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Dover to Brightlingsea?

The distance between Dover and Brightlingsea is 133 miles. The road distance is 116.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dover to Brightlingsea without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to Brightlingsea without a car is to train and line 87 bus which takes 3h 10m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Dover to Brightlingsea?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Dover to Brightlingsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Brightlingsea train from?

Dover to Brightlingsea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Where does the Dover to Brightlingsea train arrive?

Dover to Brightlingsea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Dover to Brightlingsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Brightlingsea is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Dover to Brightlingsea.

Where can I stay near Brightlingsea?

There are 962+ hotels available in Brightlingsea.

Dover to Brightlingsea - 4 ways to travel via train, line 87 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover to Brightlingsea by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 87 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Groves Close to Victoria Placebus 87
3h 10m
£63–124
Drive 116.2 mi
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1. Drive from Dover to Brightlingseacar 116.2 mi
2h 8m
£29–41
Train, bus, line 87 bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the bus from London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus
3. Take the bus from The George to Victoria Placebus 87
5h 10m
£45–86
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Wivenhoetrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
3h 15m
£65–125

Dover to Brightlingsea by train and bus

118Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.1 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Brightlingsea, England?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Bateman Road via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), Wivenhoe, and Co-op in around 3h 15m.

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