What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Brighton is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Hill and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Hill station to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Forest Hill Station /London Rd and arriving at Preston Circus via South Terminal Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Forest Hill to Brighton?

The distance between Forest Hill and Brighton is 47 miles. The road distance is 49.2 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Hill to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Brighton without a car is to line 197 bus and train which takes 1h 42m and costs £21 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Forest Hill to Brighton?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Forest Hill to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Brighton bus from?

Forest Hill to Brighton bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Forest Hill Station /London Rd.

Where does the Forest Hill to Brighton bus arrive?

Forest Hill to Brighton bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at East Croydon Rail Station.

Can I drive from Forest Hill to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Hill to Brighton is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Forest Hill to Brighton.

How do I get a bus ticket from Forest Hill to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1805+ hotels available in Brighton.

Forest Hill to Brighton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 197 bus, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Forest Hill to Brighton by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 197 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Forest Hill Station /London Rd to East Croydon Rail Stationbus 197
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 42m
£22–74
Drive 48.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Hill to Brightoncar 48.9 mi
1h 9m
£12–17
Line 197 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Forest Hill Station /London Rd to East Croydon Rail Stationbus 197
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
1h 57m
£15–64
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Hill to Brightontaxi 48.9 mi
1h 9m
£120–160
Line 197 bus, train via Hove
1. Take the bus from Forest Hill Station /London Rd to East Croydon Rail Stationbus 197
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Hovetrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
1h 51m
£22–79

Forest Hill to Brighton by bus and train

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Distance: 46.4 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Forest Hill, Greater London, England and Brighton, England?

You can take a bus from Forest Hill Station /London Rd to Preston Circus via East Croydon Rail Station, East Croydon, Gatwick Airport, and South Terminal Bus Station in around 1h 57m.

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