What is the cheapest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton is to bus which costs £7 - £8 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Tunbridge Wells and Brighton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Railway Station station and arriving at Elm Grove. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Tunbridge Wells and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Tunbridge Wells and arriving at Brighton via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton?

The distance between Tunbridge Wells and Brighton is 32 miles. The road distance is 32 miles.

How do I travel from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton without a car is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs £7 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton?

The bus from Railway Station to Elm Grove takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Tunbridge Wells to Brighton bus from?

Tunbridge Wells to Brighton bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Tunbridge Wells to Brighton train from?

Tunbridge Wells to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Tunbridge Wells station.

Train or bus from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton?

The best way to get from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Tunbridge Wells to Brighton bus arrive?

Tunbridge Wells to Brighton bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Elm Grove station.

Where does the Tunbridge Wells to Brighton train arrive?

Tunbridge Wells to Brighton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Tunbridge Wells to Brighton is 32 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1813+ hotels available in Brighton.

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There are 4 ways to get from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Elm Grovebus 29 / ...
1h 45m
£7–8
Train
1. Take the train from Tunbridge Wells to London Bridgetrain Tunbridge Wells - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 4m
£43–88
Drive 31.8 mi
1. Drive from Tunbridge Wells to Brightoncar 31.8 mi
49 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tunbridge Wells to Brightontaxi 31.8 mi
49 min
£85–100

Tunbridge Wells to Brighton by bus

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Distance: 31.9 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Tunbridge Wells, England and Brighton, England?

Brighton & Hove operates a bus from Railway Station to Elm Grove every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tunbridge Wells to Brighton via London Bridge in around 2h 4m.

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