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

The cheapest way to get from South London to Brighton is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from South London to Brighton is to train which takes 54 min and costs £20 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between South London and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from South London to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Christie Drive and arriving at St Peter's Church via South Terminal Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between South London and Brighton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from East Croydon and arriving at Brighton. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from South London to Brighton?

The distance between South London and Brighton is 40 miles. The road distance is 45.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from South London to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £20 - £40.

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

The train from East Croydon to Brighton takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

South London to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

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

South London to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.

Train or bus from South London to Brighton?

The best way to get from South London to Brighton is to train which takes 54 min and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the South London to Brighton bus arrive?

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

Where does the South London to Brighton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South London to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between South London to Brighton is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from South London to Brighton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1751+ hotels available in Brighton.

South London to Brighton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from South London to Brighton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
54 min
£20–40
Drive 45 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South London to Brightoncar 45 mi
1h
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 025
1h 32m
£15–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South London to Brightontaxi 45 mi
1h
£190–240
Line 410 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Christie Drive to East Croydon Rail Stationbus 410
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Hovetrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
1h 24m
£22–43

South London to Brighton by train

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Distance: 40 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from East Croydon to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 54 min. Southern also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to St Peter's Church every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 45 min.

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