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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Brighton is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Brighton is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Verriers and arriving at St Peter's Church via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Brighton via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Somerset to Brighton?

The distance between Somerset and Brighton is 206 miles. The road distance is 146.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Brighton without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 36m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Somerset to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Brighton bus from?

Somerset to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Verriers station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Brighton train from?

Somerset to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Somerset to Brighton?

The best way to get from Somerset to Brighton is to train via London which takes 4h 36m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Somerset to Brighton bus arrive?

Somerset to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Somerset to Brighton train arrive?

Somerset to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Brighton is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Somerset to Brighton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

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Somerset to Brighton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Somerset to Brighton by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
4h 36m
£94–162
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940
6h 35m
£30–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Verriers to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
5h 35m
£32–54
Drive 145.7 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Brightoncar 145.7 mi
3h 10m
£37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Airport Tavernbus Fal
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
5h 55m
£63–117
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bath Spatrain
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Farehamtrain
3. Take the train from Fareham to Brightontrain
7h 12m
£78–151

Somerset to Brighton by bus and train

178Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Brighton via Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Verriers to St Peter's Church via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 35m.

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