What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) is to bus via Preston Circus which costs £5 - £13 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Brighton (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at St Peter's Church. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Brighton (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Brighton. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station)?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Brighton (Station) is 24 miles. The road distance is 25.9 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £12 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station)?

The train from Gatwick Airport to Brighton takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) train from?

Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station)?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) is to train which takes 38 min and costs £12 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £13 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Peter's Church station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) is 26 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Brighton (Station)?

There are 1812+ hotels available in Brighton (Station).

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
38 min
£12–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
51 min
£5–13
Drive 25.7 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station)car 25.7 mi
34 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station)taxi 25.7 mi
34 min
£65–85
Bus via Preston Circus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
52 min
£5–13

Gatwick Airport to Brighton (Station) by train

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Distance: 24 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Brighton (Station), England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 38 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to St Peter's Church every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 45 min.

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