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 to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at St Peter's Church via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Brighton?

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

The distance between Paddington and Brighton is 56 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 37m and costs £29 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m 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 Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Brighton train from?

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

Train or bus from Paddington to Brighton?

The best way to get from Paddington to Brighton is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £65 and takes 2h 46m.

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 Thameslink, 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?

There are 1813+ hotels available in Brighton.

Paddington to Brighton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 36 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from 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
£29–60
Drive 54.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paddington to Brightoncar 54.2 mi
1h 25m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Peter's Churchbus 025
2h 46m
£23–64
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 40m
£28–75

Paddington to Brighton by train

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Distance: 55.6 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Farringdon to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £27–55 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Peter's Church hourly. Tickets cost £12–29 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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