What is the cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton is to bus which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Hemel Hempstead and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Marlowes and arriving at Preston Circus via Watford Junction station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Hemel Hempstead and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton?

The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Brighton is 79 miles. The road distance is 85.7 miles.

How do I travel from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Brighton bus from?

Hemel Hempstead to Brighton bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Brighton train from?

Hemel Hempstead to Brighton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Hemel Hempstead station.

Train or bus from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Brighton bus arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Brighton bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Brighton train arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Brighton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Hemel Hempstead to Brighton is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

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Hemel Hempstead to Brighton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hemel Hempstead to London Eustontrain Milton Keynes Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 17m
£35–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
3h 53m
£15–36
Drive 85.2 mi
1. Drive from Hemel Hempstead to Brightoncar 85.2 mi
1h 32m
£21–30

Hemel Hempstead to Brighton by train and foot

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.2 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Hemel Hempstead, England and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marlowes to Preston Circus via Watford Junction station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 53m.

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