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

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Brighton is to bus which costs £12 - £23 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington station to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at St Peter's Church via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington 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 to Brighton?

The distance between London Paddington and Brighton is 56 miles. The road distance is 54.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from London Paddington to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £37 - £41.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from London Paddington to Brighton, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from London Paddington to Brighton?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Brighton is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £37 - £41. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £23 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the London Paddington to Brighton bus arrive?

London Paddington to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Peter's Church station.

Where does the London Paddington to Brighton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London Paddington to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Brighton is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from London Paddington to Brighton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 37m
£38–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Peter's Churchbus 025
3h 46m
£12–23
Drive 54.5 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington to Brightoncar 54.5 mi
1h 25m
£14–20
Line 36 bus, train
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 41m
£25–65

London Paddington to Brighton by train

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Distance: 55.6 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Farringdon to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £35 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to St Peter's Church hourly. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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