What is the cheapest way to get from New Cross to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from New Cross to Brighton is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Cross to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from New Cross to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between New Cross and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from New Cross station to Brighton. However, there are services departing from New Cross Gate Station and arriving at Preston Circus via Victoria Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between New Cross and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from New Cross to Brighton. However, there are services departing from New Cross Gate and arriving at Brighton via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from New Cross to Brighton?

The distance between New Cross and Brighton is 54 miles. The road distance is 52.1 miles.

How do I travel from New Cross to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from New Cross to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £27 - £60.

How long does it take to get from New Cross to Brighton?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from New Cross to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Cross to Brighton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the New Cross to Brighton train from?

New Cross to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Bridge station.

Train or bus from New Cross to Brighton?

The best way to get from New Cross to Brighton is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £27 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £75 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the New Cross to Brighton bus arrive?

New Cross to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Preston Circus station.

Where does the New Cross to Brighton train arrive?

New Cross to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from New Cross to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between New Cross to Brighton is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from New Cross to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from New Cross to Brighton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from New Cross to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1818+ hotels available in Brighton.

New Cross to Brighton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from New Cross to Brighton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 28m
£28–58
Drive 51.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Cross to Brightoncar 51.8 mi
1h 19m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Preston Circusbus 025
3h 49m
£18–72
Train via London Victoria
1. Take the train from New Cross Gate to London Victoriatrain London Bridge - London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
2h 5m
£33–74

New Cross to Brighton by train

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Distance: 53.2 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between New Cross, Greater London, England and Brighton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London Bridge to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Southern also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Preston Circus every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 3h 2m.

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