What is the cheapest way to get from Wales to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Brighton is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Wales to Brighton is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £90 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Preston Circus via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Brighton via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Wales to Brighton?

The distance between Wales and Brighton is 201 miles. The road distance is 177.3 miles.

How do I travel from Wales to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Wales to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £90 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Wales to Brighton?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Wales to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Brighton bus from?

Wales to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Brighton train from?

Wales to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Brighton?

The best way to get from Wales to Brighton is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £35 - £95 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Wales to Brighton bus arrive?

Wales to Brighton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Wales to Brighton train arrive?

Wales to Brighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Wales to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Brighton is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Wales to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Wales to Brighton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Wales to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1818+ hotels available in Brighton.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
3h 33m
£95–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940
5h 49m
£33–64
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
5h 12m
£38–91
Drive 176.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Brightoncar 176.3 mi
3h 34m
£43–63
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
4h 41m
£82–163

Wales to Brighton by train

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Distance: 199.8 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Wales and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Brighton via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Preston Circus via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 12m.

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