What is the cheapest way to get from Sussex to Bristol?

The cheapest way to get from Sussex to Bristol is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Sussex to Bristol?

The fastest way to get from Sussex to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Sussex and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Sussex to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Park Entrance and arriving at Bristol Bus Station via Gatwick Airport South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Sussex and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Sussex to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Haywards Heath and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Sussex to Bristol?

The distance between Sussex and Bristol is 169 miles. The road distance is 148.5 miles.

How do I travel from Sussex to Bristol without a car?

The best way to get from Sussex to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £90 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Sussex to Bristol?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Sussex to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sussex to Bristol bus from?

Sussex to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Sussex to Bristol train from?

Sussex to Bristol train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Haywards Heath station.

Train or bus from Sussex to Bristol?

The best way to get from Sussex to Bristol is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h.

Where does the Sussex to Bristol bus arrive?

Sussex to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Sussex to Bristol train arrive?

Sussex to Bristol train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Sussex to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Sussex to Bristol is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Sussex to Bristol.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2665+ hotels available in Bristol.

Sussex to Bristol - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Sussex to Bristol by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haywards Heath to Farringdontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 20m
£91–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
6h
£33–58
Drive 147.6 mi
1. Drive from Sussex to Bristolcar 147.6 mi
2h 32m
£36–52
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 51m
£68–143
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
6h 21m
£40–94

Sussex to Bristol by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 167.8 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Sussex, England and Bristol, England?

You can take a vehicle from Sussex to Bristol Temple Meads via Haywards Heath, Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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