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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Brighton is to bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Brighton is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Preston Circus via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Watford to Brighton?

The distance between Watford and Brighton is 72 miles. The road distance is 68.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Watford to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Brighton bus from?

Watford to Brighton bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Town Hall station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Brighton train from?

Watford to Brighton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Watford to Brighton?

The best way to get from Watford to Brighton is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Watford to Brighton bus arrive?

Watford to Brighton bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford to Brighton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Brighton is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Watford to Brighton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1818+ hotels available in Brighton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Watford to Brighton by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 5m
£33–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
3h 4m
£14–33
Drive 68 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Brightoncar 68 mi
1h 54m
£17–24
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Watford station to Farringdon stationsubway Metropolitan
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 20m
£44–120
Line 142 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Beechen Grove to Brent Cross Shopping Centrebus 142
2. Take the bus from Brent Cross Centre / North Circular Road to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain
3h 22m
£29–68

Watford to Brighton by train and foot

498Weekly Services

2h 5mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.1 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Watford, England and Brighton, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £28–55 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall to Preston Circus via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 4m.

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