What is the cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Brighton is to drive which costs £11 - £16 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Thornton Heath to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Thornton Heath to Brighton is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Thornton Heath and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Thornton Heath station to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Thornton Heath Station and arriving at Preston Circus via South Terminal Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Thornton Heath and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Thornton Heath to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Thornton Heath and arriving at Brighton via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Thornton Heath to Brighton?

The distance between Thornton Heath and Brighton is 42 miles. The road distance is 45.4 miles.

How do I travel from Thornton Heath to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £21 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Thornton Heath to Brighton?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Thornton Heath to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thornton Heath to Brighton bus from?

Thornton Heath to Brighton bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Thornton Heath Station.

Where do I catch the Thornton Heath to Brighton train from?

Thornton Heath to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.

Train or bus from Thornton Heath to Brighton?

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Brighton is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £21 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 198 bus and bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Thornton Heath to Brighton bus arrive?

Thornton Heath to Brighton bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at East Croydon Rail Station.

Where does the Thornton Heath to Brighton train arrive?

Thornton Heath to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Thornton Heath to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornton Heath to Brighton is 45 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Thornton Heath to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Thornton Heath to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1811+ hotels available in Brighton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Thornton Heath 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 / ...
1h 10m
£21–47
Drive 45.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thornton Heath to Brightoncar 45.1 mi
58 min
£11–16
Line 198 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Thornton Heath Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus 198
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
1h 41m
£15–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thornton Heath to Brightontaxi 45.1 mi
58 min
£240–290
Line 198 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thornton Heath Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus 198
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Hovetrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
1h 37m
£22–48

Thornton Heath to Brighton by train

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Distance: 41.9 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Thornton Heath, England and Brighton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from East Croydon to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £20–45 and the journey takes 54 min. Southern also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thornton Heath Station to Preston Circus via East Croydon Rail Station, East Croydon, Gatwick Airport, and South Terminal Bus Station in around 1h 41m.

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