What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Brighton via West Ham station and London Blackfriars. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Brighton is 89 miles. The road distance is 86.1 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 30m and costs £40 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Brighton train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Brighton train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Brighton train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Brighton train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Brighton is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

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Southend-on-Sea to Brighton - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Brighton by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 30m
£43–95
Drive 85.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Brightoncar 85.6 mi
1h 35m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Streettrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
2h 39m
£49–114

Southend-on-Sea to Brighton by train and subway

497Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.2 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Southend Central to Brighton via West Ham, West Ham station, Blackfriars station, and London Blackfriars in around 2h 30m.

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