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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from 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 42m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Brighton?

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

How far is it from Paddington to Brighton?

The distance between Paddington and Brighton is 55 miles. The road distance is 54.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £25 - £55.

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

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Brighton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Brighton train from?

Paddington to Brighton train services, operated by Gatwick Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from Paddington to Brighton?

The best way to get from Paddington to Brighton is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Paddington to Brighton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paddington to Brighton train arrive?

Paddington to Brighton train services, operated by Gatwick Express, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Brighton?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

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Paddington to Brighton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 36 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Paddington to Brighton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
1h 28m
£25–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Peter's Churchbus 025
3h 42m
£14–23
Drive 54.2 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Brightoncar 54.2 mi
1h 25m
£14–20
Train via Farringdon Without
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 37m
£33–35
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 Hovetrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
1h 52m
£25–55

Paddington to Brighton by subway and train

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Distance: 54.6 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

Gatwick Express operates a train from London Victoria to Brighton hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 58 min. Southern also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to St Peter's Church every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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