What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington Station to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington Station to Brighton is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington Station to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington Station to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington Station and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington Station station to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Preston Circus via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington Station and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington Station to Brighton. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Brighton via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from London Paddington Station to Brighton?

The distance between London Paddington Station and Brighton is 53 miles. The road distance is 55 miles.

How do I travel from London Paddington Station to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from London Paddington Station to Brighton without a car is to line 36 bus and train which takes 1h 36m and costs £26 - £80.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington Station to Brighton?

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from London Paddington Station to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington Station to Brighton bus from?

London Paddington Station to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington Station to Brighton train from?

London Paddington Station to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Farringdon station.

Train or bus from London Paddington Station to Brighton?

The best way to get from London Paddington Station to Brighton is to bus which takes 3h 39m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the London Paddington Station to Brighton bus arrive?

London Paddington Station to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Preston Circus station.

Where does the London Paddington Station to Brighton train arrive?

London Paddington Station to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from London Paddington Station to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington Station to Brighton is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from London Paddington Station to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington Station to Brighton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London Paddington Station to Brighton?

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There are 4 ways to get from London Paddington Station to Brighton by bus, train, or car

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Line 36 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Victoria Stationbus 36
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
1h 36m
£27–75
Drive 54.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Paddington Station to Brightoncar 54.7 mi
1h 27m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Preston Circusbus 025
3h 39m
£17–41
Train
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 37m
£28–60

London Paddington Station to Brighton by bus and train

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Distance: 53.2 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between London Paddington Station, England and Brighton, England?

National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Preston Circus every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Alternatively, Thameslink operates a train from Farringdon to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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