What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to Brighton and Hove?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Brighton and Hove is to bus and line 7 bus via Bus Station which costs £13 - £17 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Brighton and Hove?

The fastest way to get from Dover to Brighton and Hove is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Brighton and Hove?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Brighton and Hove. However, there are services departing from Dover and arriving at Elm Grove via Chequers Bus Station and Royal Victoria Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Brighton and Hove?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Brighton and Hove. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Dover to Brighton and Hove?

The distance between Dover and Brighton and Hove is 131 miles. The road distance is 76.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dover to Brighton and Hove without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to Brighton and Hove without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 39m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Dover to Brighton and Hove?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Dover to Brighton and Hove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Brighton and Hove bus from?

Dover to Brighton and Hove bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, depart from Dover station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Brighton and Hove train from?

Dover to Brighton and Hove train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Brighton and Hove?

The best way to get from Dover to Brighton and Hove is to train via London which takes 2h 39m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Dover to Brighton and Hove bus arrive?

Dover to Brighton and Hove bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, arrive at Maidstone station.

Where does the Dover to Brighton and Hove train arrive?

Dover to Brighton and Hove train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Brighton and Hove?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Brighton and Hove is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Dover to Brighton and Hove.

How do I get a train ticket from Dover to Brighton and Hove?

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Where can I stay near Brighton and Hove?

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Dover to Brighton and Hove - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 7 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Brighton and Hove 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 / ...
2h 39m
£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 Elm Grovebus 29 / ...
6h 39m
£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 Elm Grovebus 29 / ...
4h 54m
Drive 76 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Brighton and Hovecar 76 mi
1h 48m
£19–27
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 24m
£43–88

Dover to Brighton and Hove by train

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Distance: 130.1 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Brighton and Hove, England?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Brighton via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dover to Elm Grove via Chequers Bus Station and Royal Victoria Place in around 4h 54m.

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